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In our previous post, we explored the world of pepper from cayenne pepper to bell pepper and scotch bonnet. Today, we're continuing our spicy journey with three more captivating peppers: habaneros, white pepper, and black pepper. Habaneros Habaneros, known for their bright orange color and intense heat, are a staple in many Latin American cuisines. With a Scoville heat unit rating that can reach up to 350,000, habaneros are not for the faint of heart. Their flavor profile, however, is surprisingly complex, often with fruity or floral notes that balance the heat. It’s suitable for spicy sauces, stews, and vegetable soups. Habaneros also double as a spice for marinating chicken or meat stock and pepper soup. White Pepper   Unlike black pepper, which is made...

Lafenwa stew. This stew is a tribute to my Grandma. Mrs Bernice  Adeosun. (Also known as  mama olowo , Iya Bose , Iya sanjo, Iya yemisi, Iya Funlola and Iya Ibeji. She is the best cook and disciplinarian close to me. Back to my stew .  If you ever attended boarding school in Nigeria, you will understand why my Grandma is an angel. She will just show up at   my school from the village with this stew  and ofada rice. I guess  she knows much about food canning and preservation. She will put the stew in an empty milo can with lid on. This is to preserve the stew. She shows up when you are broke  , down to nothing,...