Djerma

Djerma stew, Niger's national meal, is one of these delicacies that nourish the spirit of anyone is fortunate enough to experience it. It is a simple and traditional stew, but due to its long history of recipes passed down from generation to ancestor, it has evolved into its modern-day presentation. Although it may be eaten without meat, giving it a versatile dish that is suited for both vegans and vegetarians, the typical meat used in Djerma stew is chicken. The rest of the stew is flavored with onions and garlic sautéed in oil, followed by tomatoes, thyme, curry powder, paprika, and bouillon cubes. After letting the stew to come to a boil, vegetables and herbs, often carrots, chives, bay leaves, and parsley, are added before adding peanut butter to enrich and thicken. Once made, the dish is often served with rice for lunch.

Niger's food and diet are not only the ideal blend of delectable and nutritious, but they are also subconsciously environmentally friendly. The Niger cuisine has a low carbon footprint because it uses locally obtained, seasonal herbs, vegetables, starches, and meats, as opposed to many of the items used in the West, which are imported from all over the world.