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Ekwang is a Cameroonian and Nigerian dish native to the Bakweri, Bafaw, Oroko, Cross River State and Akwa Ibom State people. It is made with freshly grated cocoyams that are wrapped in cocoyam leaves. Other ingredients include fresh or smoked fish, meat, palm oil, crayfish, Periwinkle and seasoning.

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Recipe: Ekpang Nkukwo – Just Bella!

Today’s recipe is the famous pottage dish: Ekpang Nkukwo, native to Southern Crossriver and Akwa Ibom states. Preparing this dish is no small feat. Its preparation can be so tedious at times…...

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Ekwang (Ekpang Nkukwo) - Immaculate Bites

So you’ve heard that ekwang is tedious, time consuming to make but still crave it… long for it …and want to make it. You are not alone! I am going to show you how to make it and a few pointers and short cuts to satisfy your craving. It’s pretty popular...

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HOW TO MAKE DELICIOUS EKWANG | Precious Core

When you love someone and you want to express your love, make them some Ekwang. That is if the person knows what Ekwang is. It is one of the meals I cooked to declare my...

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Ekpang Nkukwo Recipe: How to Prepare Ekpang Nkukwo (Cocoyam Pottage) - Jotscroll

Ekpang Nkukwo has been on my mind for a while now, I have not really had much time to prepare this and show the procedures involved, not until now. I love...

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How To Prepare Ekpang Nkukwo, Recipe (Efik/Ibibio Delicacy) - ENI BEST

Ekpang Nkukwo is a lovable meal of the Efiks (Cross River) and the Ibibios (Akwa Ibom State), it is prepared from a combination of cocoyam, water yam and leaves. This food must not be missing in some occasions or ceremonies such as christening, meetings...

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Ekwang / Ekpang Nkukwo recipe – AFRICAN DIASPORA COOKING AUSTRALIA

Ekwang is one of the traditional delicacies of the people of the South west region of Cameroon ??. I was very surprise when my Nigerian friend from Ibibio tribe told me that it’s also one of …...

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Best ekpang nkukwo recipe in Nigeria - Legit.ng

We know that you love our recipes, so today, we’ve prepared for you the traditional Nigerian EKPANG NKUKWO recipe. Let’s see all the details in cooking, serving and its features and nutritional value. We hope you’ll like it...

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how to cook ekpang nkukwo Archives - Afrolems Nigerian Food Blog

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Ekpang Nkukwo Recipe - Morning Fresh

Ekpang Nkukwo is a traditional Cocoyam porridge dish which originates from the Efiks and Ibibios of South Eastern Nigeria. It takes approximately 20-30 minutes to prepare and its consistency depends on you. Ingredients Serves – 5-6 people 5 tubers of...

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Ekpang Nkukwo (Cocoyam & Wateryam Pottage) |

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How to make Ekpang Nkukwo? – Top Nigerian Food Blog

The Efik fattening room is one place where Ekpang Nkukwo enjoys prominence. In recent times, it has come to feature quite prominently in Efik traditional events. I remember as a child when mum cook…...

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