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{{short description|Nigerian steamed bean pudding}} |
{{short description|Nigerian steamed bean pudding}} |
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[[File:Okpa di Oku.jpg|alt=OKPA|thumb|Okpa]] |
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'''Okpa''' is a delicacy prepared by [[Igbo people|Igbo]] with a special type of [[Bean|beans]] known as Bambara nuts.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-09-07 |title=Nigerian Okpa –How to make Okpa Food |url=https://besthomediet.com/how-to-make-okpa-food-beans-bambara-nuts/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=besthomediet |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Chinedu |first=Saint |date=2022-01-06 |title=Reasons Why Your Diet Needs Bambara Nut Pudding (Okpa) |url=https://siwesbeginner.com/bambara-nut-pudding-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Lete |first=Nky Lily |date=2013-07-12 |title=Okpa : How to make Okpa |url=https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/okpa-how-to-make-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=Nigerian Food TV |language=en-us}}</ref>it is common in [[Enugu State|enugu state]] and classified as a [[Tradition|traditional]] [[Nigerians|Nigerian]] [[delicacy]] due to its uniqueness. Not limited to Igbo people, other tribes take with pap or eat it alone.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nigerian Okpa, Okpa di Oku, Okpa Wawa |url=https://www.allnigerianrecipes.com/beans/okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=All Nigerian Recipes |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=admin |title=Nigerian Cuisine: Okpa; How to make Okpa |url=https://www.chubmagazine.com/2018/01/11/nigerian-cuisine-okpa-how-to-make-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=C.Hubmagazine |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=How to make Okpa aka (Bambara Nuts) - Opera News |url=https://ng.opera.news/ng/en/food/amp/8cac08cdc078842e351df1c17863e894 |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=ng.opera.news}}</ref> Other Igbo name for okpa include igba and Ntucha, it is known as Gurjiya or kwaruru in [[hausa language]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Please stop calling it " Okpa" or "Epa-roro", this is the right English name - Opera News |url=https://ng.opera.news/ng/en/economy-finance/amp/b50bbc6a1631b9efec966405a75d24b7 |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=ng.opera.news}}</ref> |
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[[File:Woman sieving Okpa.jpg|alt=How okpa is processed|thumb|Okpa processing]] |
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'''Okpa''' (pronounced Ọkpa) is a dish prepared by the [[Igbo people|Igbo]] people with a type of beans known as [[Vigna subterranea|bambara nuts]].<ref name=":0" /> It is common in [[Enugu State|Enugu state]] and [[Niger State|Niger state]] and classified as a traditional [[Nigerian cuisine|Nigerian delicacy]]. Other ethnic groups also eat it (with [[Pap (food)|pap]] or alone).<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2018-10-14 |title=How To Make Okpa |url=https://guardian.ng/life/how-to-make-nigerian-okpa/ |access-date=2024-11-15 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> Other Igbo names for okpa include ịgba and ntucha. In [[Hausa language|Hausa]], it is known as gurjiya or kwaruru.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-07-05 |title=OKPA |url=https://www.thepretendchef.com/okpa/ |access-date=2022-06-09 |website=The Pretend Chef |language=en-gb}}</ref> |
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The main ingredients in okpa are bambara nut flour, pepper, [[palm oil]] and seasoning.It is prepared with pumpkin leaves and scented leaves too<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Njideka |first=christiana |date=2024-01-20 |title=How to prepare the popular Okpa meal |url=https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/culinary-delights-bd-weekender/article/how-to-prepare-the-popular-okpa-meal/ |access-date=2024-11-15 |website=Businessday NG |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |last=Adunmaya |first=OC |title=PROXIMATE ANALYSIS AND SENSORY EVALUATION OF "OKPA" PREPARED WITH FLUTED PUMPKIN AND SCENT LEAVES |url=https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331812740_PROXIMATE_ANALYSIS_AND_SENSORY_EVALUATION_OF_OKPA_PREPARED_WITH_FLUTED_PUMPKIN_AND_SCENT_LEAVES |journal=Research Gate}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Obinna |first=Uchenna |title=The Vitamin and Mineral Contents of Okpa Prepared with Fluted Pumpkin and Scent Leaves |url=https://www.researchgate.net/publication/270024435_The_Vitamin_and_Mineral_Contents_of_Okpa_Prepared_with_Fluted_Pumpkin_and_Scent_Leaves}}</ref> Nutritionally, okpa has approximately 16.92% crude protein, 4.93% fat, 26.62% carbohydrate and 216.28 kcal energy value,<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Adumanya, Obi-Adumanya, and Nwachukwu |date=2012 |title=The proximate analysis and sensory evaluation of "Okpa" prepared with fluted pumpkin and scent leaves |url=http://repository.ruforum.org/system/tdf/Adumanya%2C%20O.C.U.%20et%20al.1_0.pdf?file=1&type=node&id=33065&force= |journal=Canadian Journal on Scientific and Industrial Research |volume=3 |issue=4 |pages=175–178 |via=Google scholar}}</ref> making it one of the most balanced staples.<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Nwadi |first1=Oluchukwu M.M. |last2=Uchegbu |first2=Nneka |last3=Oyeyinka |first3=Samson A. |date=March 2020 |title=Enrichment of food blends with bambara groundnut flour: Past, present, and future trends |journal=Legume Science |language=en |volume=2 |issue=1 |doi=10.1002/leg3.25 |s2cid=213011345 |issn=2639-6181|doi-access=free }}</ref> |
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It is prepared from okpa flour, [[crayfish]], [[salt]] and seasoning,you pour [[palm oil]] into the mixture and prepare just like [[Moin moin|moin-moin]] while it is wrapped in [[leaf]] or [[nylon]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=OrientDailyNews |date=2017-08-25 |title=Okpa |url=https://orientdailynews.com/news/okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=Orient Daily News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-05-25 |title=Moi Moi (Moin Moin) |url=https://www.myactivekitchen.com/moi-moi-moin-moin/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=My Active Kitchen |language=en-GB}}</ref> |
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== Preparation of Okpa == |
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Here are ways to prepare okpa: |
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* Wash and salt the banana leaf used to make okpa.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-10-14 |title=How To Make Okpa |url=https://guardian.ng/life/how-to-make-nigerian-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-29 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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* Prepare a mixture of okpa flour, grounded crayfish,salt and seasoning in a large [[bowl]], add reasonable quantity of [[palm oil]], mix with Wooden spoon and mould until you achieve colour [[yellow]] in unity.<ref>{{Cite web |last=https://twitter.com/nircle |title=How To Make Okpa {{!}} nircle.com |url=http://www.nircle.com/cdr/post/7294-how-to-make-okpa |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=https://1bca05a5e0150773b9f9-0960ca032f1fbc2e27d36a4596c69849.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/nirclecom_user_file_dPmmWV5hhE1Kp3bEScqLPIPJBrLbWuXAz4WX.png |language=english}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-10-14 |title=How To Make Okpa |url=https://guardian.ng/life/how-to-make-nigerian-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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* Add lukewarm water into the [[mixture]] as well as blended pepper and uziza,then stir with a turning stick until smooth.<ref>{{Cite web |title=30 easy and tasty okpa recipes by home cooks |url=https://cookpad.com/ng/search/okpa |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=Cookpad |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Foods |first=Safe Journey |title=How to cook Okpa Di Oku/Okpa WaWa, Using Bambara Nut (Okpa) Flour |url=https://www.safejourneyfoods.com.au/blogs/recipes/how-to-cook-okpa-di-oku-okpa-wawa-using-bambara-nut-okpa-flour |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=Safe Journey Foods |language=en}}</ref> |
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* After boiling water in a pot, Place the Wrapped okpa (leaf or nylon), allow to [[steam]] for at least an [[hour]]. The okpa will be solid when fully cooked. |
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* Serve hot with custard, oatmeal, or pap.<ref>{{Cite web |last=NAIJACHEF |date=2018-11-17 |title=How to Prepare Okpa |url=https://nigerianrecipes.net/how-to-prepare-okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=All Nigerian Food Recipes |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-11-21 |title=Okpa - African Food Network |url=https://afrifoodnetwork.com/recipes/okpa/ |access-date=2022-05-21 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Foods served with okpa == |
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Okpa can be eaten alone, enjoyed with [[soft drink]]<nowiki/>s. It can also be taken with [[custard]], pap or [[tea]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=9 Easy Steps to Prepare Your Own Delicious Okpa Meal; Bachelors Should See This - Opera News |url=https://ng.opera.news/ng/en/food/amp/f708323629b3358e4f6d603a62099b8b |access-date=2022-05-21 |website=ng.opera.news}}</ref> |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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* [[Nigerian |
* [[Nigerian cuisine]] |
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* [[Vigna subterranea|Bambara groundnut]] |
* [[Vigna subterranea|Bambara groundnut]] |
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* [[Moin moin|Moin-moin]] |
* [[Moin moin|Moin-moin]] |
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== References == |
== References == |
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[[Category:Igbo cuisine]] |
[[Category:Igbo cuisine]] |
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[[Category:Puddings]] |
[[Category:Puddings]] |
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[[Category:Steamed foods]] |
[[Category:Steamed foods]] |
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== External links == |
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*[https://guardian.ng/life/how-to-make-nigerian-okpa/ Guardian- How to make Okpa] |
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*[https://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/okpa-how-to-make-okpa/ NigeriaFoodTv- How to make Okpa] |
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Latest revision as of 09:53, 15 November 2024
Okpa (pronounced Ọkpa) is a dish prepared by the Igbo people with a type of beans known as bambara nuts.[1] It is common in Enugu state and Niger state and classified as a traditional Nigerian delicacy. Other ethnic groups also eat it (with pap or alone).[2] Other Igbo names for okpa include ịgba and ntucha. In Hausa, it is known as gurjiya or kwaruru.[3]
The main ingredients in okpa are bambara nut flour, pepper, palm oil and seasoning.It is prepared with pumpkin leaves and scented leaves too[1][4][5] Nutritionally, okpa has approximately 16.92% crude protein, 4.93% fat, 26.62% carbohydrate and 216.28 kcal energy value,[6] making it one of the most balanced staples.[7]
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References
[edit]- ^ a b Njideka, christiana (2024-01-20). "How to prepare the popular Okpa meal". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2018-10-14). "How To Make Okpa". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "OKPA". The Pretend Chef. 2016-07-05. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ Adunmaya, OC. "PROXIMATE ANALYSIS AND SENSORY EVALUATION OF "OKPA" PREPARED WITH FLUTED PUMPKIN AND SCENT LEAVES". Research Gate.
- ^ Obinna, Uchenna. "The Vitamin and Mineral Contents of Okpa Prepared with Fluted Pumpkin and Scent Leaves".
- ^ Adumanya, Obi-Adumanya, and Nwachukwu (2012). "The proximate analysis and sensory evaluation of "Okpa" prepared with fluted pumpkin and scent leaves" (PDF). Canadian Journal on Scientific and Industrial Research. 3 (4): 175–178 – via Google scholar.
{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Nwadi, Oluchukwu M.M.; Uchegbu, Nneka; Oyeyinka, Samson A. (March 2020). "Enrichment of food blends with bambara groundnut flour: Past, present, and future trends". Legume Science. 2 (1). doi:10.1002/leg3.25. ISSN 2639-6181. S2CID 213011345.