Tastes of Nostalgia:: Akara/Kosai (Fried Bean Cake)

Akara (Fried Bean Cake)

Referred to as "akara" in southwestern and southeastern parts of Nigeria, and "kosai" in the northern parts. No matter what it is called, it is a very popular breakfast meal which is served alongside corn, millet or sorghum porridge called "ogi"

Tastes of Nostalgia:: Moi-Moi (Bean Cake)

Moi-Moi

I am so excited to be sharing another Taste of Nostalgia post. So today I bring you Moi-Moi (Bean Cake). This is mainly eaten as a breakfast meal in basically all Nigerian homes, but can also be enjoyed as a snack on the go at any time of the day.
It is protein-packed so it won't weigh you down whatever time of the day you decide to indulge in it. Growing up, hardly any Saturday morning was complete without the presence of Moi-Moi on the breakfast table.