Its no news that when its Christmas, every home does not miss out on that Special Jollof Rice and Fried Chicken with a side of Salad filled with Mayonnaise. Some things are as sure as the sun rising in the East, and one of those things is that jollof rice is the go-to food for when we have big occasions in this part of the world, and Christmas is not left out.
Good times, but aren’t you tired of having the same thing every Christmas since you were a child? Time to try out something new this Christmas. Let’s see some other amazing delicious meals which can be served this festive season.
Let’s dive right in: simple, tasty, easy options you can make on Christmas, because not every time jollof.
MAIN DISH: PINEAPPLE SHRIMP FRIED RICE
Side Dish: Peppered Snail
Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice is a win with most people, take it a step further with some seafood to add some spice. Following with peppered snails is just the natural progression.
MAIN DISH: SWALLOW AND SOUP WITH ASSORTED MEAT
Side Dish: Goat Meat Isi Ewu/Nkwobi
Image: Dooney’s Kitchen
When rice is not an option, the next best thing is swallow. It could be vegetable soup, egusi, okro, or a native soup you can whip up really quickly without thinking too much about it. The goat meat nkwobi adds a second, delicious course to your menu. Your family won’t stop talking about your cooking skills for a while.
MAIN DISH: GRILLED CHICKEN WITH OVEN-ROASTED SWEET POTATOES/PLANTAINS (AND NIGERIAN SALAD)
Side Dish: Asun
MAIN DISH: YAM/PLANTAIN AND PEPPERSOUP
Side Dish: Spicy Abacha with Fish
What goes better with fun conversation and friends than peppersoup? Whether your thing is goat meat, chicken or fish, it’s quick to make. If you’re up for a side dish, then a little bit of extra effort will whip up some abacha to make it look like you did so much.
So what will you be having this Christmas?
