What is a NIGERIAN FOOD TIME TABLE?

A Nigerian food timetable is a structured plan or schedule that outlines meals for each day of the week, focusing on traditional Nigerian dishes. It typically includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, helping families plan their meals in advance.

Purpose of a Nigerian Food Timetable:

1. Meal Planning: Simplifies the process of deciding what to cook each day.
2. Nutrition: Ensures a balanced diet by incorporating a variety of food groups.
3. Cost-Effective: Helps in budgeting by allowing families to shop for ingredients in bulk.
4. Cultural Heritage: Promotes the enjoyment of traditional Nigerian meals and flavors.

Components of a Nigerian Food Timetable:

• Breakfast Options: Dishes like Moi Moi, Akara, Ogi, or Porridge.
• Lunch Options: Main meals such as Jollof Rice, Fried Rice, Eba with Egusi Soup, or Pounded Yam with Ogbono Soup.
• Dinner Options: Lighter meals like Pepper Soup, Beans and Plantain, or Yam Porridge.

Example of a Weekly Nigerian Food Timetable:

• Monday:

  • Breakfast: Akara and Pap
  • Lunch: Jollof Rice with Chicken
  • Dinner: Pepper Soup with Yam

• Tuesday:

  • Breakfast: Moi Moi
  • Lunch: Eba with Egusi Soup
  • Dinner: Fried Rice with Fish

• Wednesday:

  • Breakfast: Ogi with Akam
  • Lunch: Banga Soup with Starch
  • Dinner: Jollof Spaghetti

• Thursday:

  • Breakfast: Beans and Plantain
  • Lunch: Fried Rice with Dodo
  • Dinner: Asaro

• Friday:

  • Breakfast: Yam Porridge
  • Lunch: Beans and Dodo
  • Dinner: Fish Stew with Rice

• Saturday:

  • Breakfast: Spicy Meat Pie
  • Lunch: Coconut Rice with Chicken
  • Dinner: Suya with Salad

• Sunday:

  • Breakfast: Pancakes
  • Lunch: Fried Rice with Assorted Meat
  • Dinner: Battered Fish with Chips

Using a food timetable can make meal preparation easier and help ensure that your family enjoys a variety of delicious Nigerian dishes throughout the week! Download a pre-made Nigerian Food time table that you can use for 6 months HERE