Suya as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Suya is absolutely in that category. The spicy and bold quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. ogiri fermented seeds does work that no substitute can replicate.

Nigerian cuisine varies between the Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, and other ethnic culinary traditions. There's something about the a Nigerian restaurant abroad context that reinforces the comfort effect. Fanta orange alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.