Akara for a dinner party — went down extremely well

I made Akara for eight guests who had varying familiarity with the cuisine. Every single person asked for the recipe. The rich and earthy from palm oil profile was the main talking point — no one had quite experienced crayfish powder used that way before.

suya spiced meat skewers are eaten across West Africa but claim deep Nigerian roots. I explained the a Lagos buka local restaurant context as I served it which helped people appreciate it fully. zobo hibiscus drink was what I offered alongside and it worked perfectly. Excellent dinner party dish — impressive without being inaccessible.