Ayamese

If you’re not familiar with Ayamase, it’s a deeply flavorful Nigerian stew made from unripe green habanero peppers (atarodo), locust beans (iru), onions, assorted meats, boiled eggs, and bleached palm oil. This rich, spicy stew pairs perfectly with Ofada rice, parboiled rice, or even jasmine rice, and is best enjoyed with sweet fried plantains on the side. While Ayamase is relatively simple to make, it’s just as easy to get wrong—but follow these steps closely, and you’ll nail it every time.