It cannot be a coincidence that Jagaban assumed office as our president around the same time corn is in season. We know how much President Tinubu loves corn, so as good citizens, it’s only right that we indulge our leader’s cravings.
You don’t have to love roasted or boiled corn; learn these new recipes and you might bag a gig as Aso Rock’s head chef.
Stir fry corn
Source: Jone & Jules
Fried rice and pasta were found dead in a ditch. This is also significantly pocket friendly.
Baby corn pepper soup
Source: Vaya
If you can’t afford to buy turkey right now, we have the perfect alternative: baby corn. All you have to do is close your eyes and imagine that you’re eating turkey.
Corn salad
Source: Delight
Have you seen the price of cabbage and salad cream lately? Exactly. You won’t need to spend that much while making corn salad.
Corn juice
Source: Shanghai Daily
Haters will call it ogi or kunu but don’t mind them. Just make sure you serve it chilled and with lots of sugar.
Candied corn
Source: The Food Network
You can either go for sweet or savoury. This can replace small chops at your next owambe.
Barbecued baby corn
Source: Food Network
A serving of grilled turkey/chicken wings is about N1700 at the moment. If you can afford it in this economy, we’re adding you to our eat the rich list. You’ll be saving a whopping N1200 if you opt for grilled baby corn. Haters will call it roasted corn.
Creamed corn
Source: Bellyfull
We don’t know what this tastes like but surely a better option than roasted agbado. Just make sure you add chilli oil.
