UPO OGEDE (NAIJA PLANTAIN PUDDING)

Nigeria  no doubt have a rich and versatile food culture that is tasty and at the same time nutritious. As a first time visitor,your visit will not be complete if you have not tasted this dish that is made out of ripe plantain. It can be eaten on it's own or with fish in tomato and onion sauce. It can also be made with unripe plantain for diabetic patient or with fresh corn to be enjoyed by the whole family.
Plantain which is the main ingredient in this recipe is a rich source of potassium which  helps to regulate the body's fluid levels, not only that but it also has a great part in regulating the blood pressure. It  helps to keep the heart thumping steadily, regularly and is also essential to the nervous system. Potassium works to promote the proper functioning of the tissue that makes up the nervous system, serves to enhance muscle control plus the growth and health of cells particularly through its importance in waste product removal. This mineral is also vital to the kidneys in their waste removal tasks while playing an important role to mental function as well as to physical processes. It helps to promote efficient cognitive functioning by getting oxygen to the brain.

This rich produce is easily source from your local market and is very cheap when in season (Dec through to March) but you can also see it to buy all year round.

To make this recipe you need the following; 
plantain (ripe or unripe as u want)
fresh pepper
Onion
Fresh leave or can
Palm oil
 crayfish or shredded dry fish

Method: Peel and cut plantain into chunks and blend to a smooth consistency, add a cup of plantain flour, stir and add the blended pepper and onion, add the crayfish,dry fish, knorr cubes,and a cooking spoonful of palm oil. Stir and taste for salt, scoop into washed leaves or cup, arrange on a rack immerse in water and cook for 30 min. Insert a toothpick,when it comes out clean,its ready.
Serve with fish in shredded sauce and enjoy your meal.

fresh food...healthy living!