Tuwon_masara
| Alternative names | Tuwon Masara |
|---|---|
| Type | Tuwo, swallow |
| Place of origin | Nigeria |
| Region or state | Northern Nigeria |
| Main ingredients | Maize, corn |
| Variations | Tuwo Zaafi |
| Other information | also eaten in Niger, Mali, Cameroun and some other west African countries. |
Tuwon masara is a corn flour swallow eaten in the Northern part of Nigeria.[1]
Tuwo masara is a dish that is eaten mostly by the Hausas and Fulanis that looks like fufu. This delicacy has several alternative names. This meal is not only common in the Northern parts of Nigeria, it is well known around the world, it is just cooked in different ways depending on the country.
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m uwon masario not limited to Nigeria. sm m. Tuwon masara is similar to sadza, a popular Southern African food. In Ghana, tuwon masara is called and eaten as Tuwo Zafi. It is a popular food in northern Nigeria.[2]
Method of Preparation
There are different methods of making Tuwon mansara. After the corn has been grounded, it can be poured directly into a pot of boiling water while stirring continuously to create a dough-like mash.
Also, Another method is by mixing the cornflour into a thick paste and then pouring it into a pot of boiling water to make a smooth dough-like mash.
Once it is done,it can be served with any soup of your choice. While the Northerners enjoy it with Miyan Taushe , Miyan Zogale, Miyan Ridi, Miyan Wake,Miyan Shuaka, Miyan kuka and
Miyan Tapa. Other soups that go well with tuwon mansara are egusi soup and ogbono soup
See also
References
- ^ "Tuwo Masara (Tuwon Masara)". 30 March 2013.
- ^ Udevi, Obiamaka Angela (2019-03-25). "Origin of Nigerian Foods: Tuwo Masara". Connect Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-02-10.