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“Grated water yam mixed with crayfish powder and spices, deep-fried into savory rounds.”

Ojojo

What the real thing tastes like

Ojojo is a savory Yoruba fried snack that is made from water yams (Isu Ewura).It is common among the Ijebu. Ojojo has health benefits. 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. No water is added. Dried shredded fish can also be added to the ojojo batter. 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.

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Ojojo is a Yoruba fried snack built on grated water yam—the variety bred for moisture content rather than starch density. Ijebu communities fold in crayfish powder, pepper, garlic, onion, and bullion cube directly into the batter, then deep-fry these rounds until they achieve their signature texture. It's a savory fritter that belongs at breakfast alongside akara and eko, or as a companion to garri and hot pap.

Order it here when it has

  • health benefits
  • no added water needed
  • versatile pairings

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