Ojojo

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Ojojo

Ojojo is a savory Yoruba fried snack that is made from water yams (Isu Ewura). [1] [2] It is common among the Ijebu. [3] [4] Water yams are a type of yams with higher water content. They are grated to make the batter for ojojo. In the batter, pepper, crayfish powder, garlic, onion, bullion cube and other spices are added. [5] No water is added. Dried shredded fish can also be added to the ojojo batter. [6] It is deep fried in oil and has a round shape. Ojojo can be eaten with Akara and Eko or Akamu. It can also be eaten with Garri, custard, hot pap (Ogi) or oatmeal. [7]

References

  1. Souldeliciouz (2015-02-27). "How to make Ojojo/Water Yam Balls (Yoruba Dish)". SOULDELICIOUZ KITCHEN. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  2. Udevi, Obiamaka Angela (2019-12-07). "Recipe for the Snack, Ojojo". Connectnigeria Articles. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  3. "OJOJO RECIPE – FAVOURITE IJEBU DISH!!! – Sisiyemmie". sisiyemmie.com. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  4. for #OunjeAladun, Omolabake (2018-04-25). "Ojojo (Wateryam Fritters)". Ounje Aladun. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  5. "Nigerian Ojojo (Yam Fritters) | Quick Teatime snack - Sizzling Tastebuds". https://www.sizzlingtastebuds.com/ . 2014-09-16. Retrieved 2026-01-09.{{cite web}}: External link in |website= (help)
  6. afrolems (2013-06-26). "Ojojo Recipe". Afrolems Nigerian Food Blog. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  7. Jemimah, Sisi (2016-01-22). "Ojojo - Yam Fritters". Sisi Jemimah. Retrieved 2026-01-09.