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Nigerian Fermented Locust Bean (Iru) Rice
Fragrant rice cooked with fermented locust beans — an umami-rich Nigerian dish brimming with probiotics.
Total Time
35 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
3
Cuisine
Nigerian General
280kcal
Calories
7g
Protein
50g
Carbs
6g
Fat
2g
Fiber
How to Make It
- 1
Blend tomatoes, pepper, and onion. Fry in oil for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add locust beans and seasoning. Cook 3 minutes.
- 3
Add washed rice and water. Cook until rice is done, about 20 minutes.
- 4
Fluff and serve.
Tip: Iru (dawadawa) is a natural probiotic — the fermentation process creates beneficial bacteria.
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