Page 92 - Msingi Afrika Magazine Issue 15

Afrikan Food
Leadership

Gizdodo

(Spicy gizzard and plantain)

Gizdodo is a delicious combination of fried gizzard
and plantain (dodo) in a tasty sauce. The exact origin
of Gizdodo is difficult to trace, but Nigerian Event
caterers were the first to serve them alongside small
chops on special occasions. It can also be served as a
side dish with Rice, Yam or Chips.
Like many Nigerians that love anything with plantain,
I love Gizdodo very much and it’s so simple and easy
to make.

Quick Tips:
1: Use firm plantains so that the mixture doesn’t get too mushy.
When I say firm, I do not mean unripe plantain. Use ripe plan-
tain but not too ripe for a beautiful end result.

2: I’d advice you use fried gizzards like I did in this recipe. This is
because it’ll add more texture to the dish, except of course you
are #fitfam (or trying to be) then boiled Gizzard is delicious too.

Recipe:
• Gizzard (well seasoned, boiled and diced)(desired
quantity)
• Ripe plantain (diced)(as needed)
• Vegetable oil (as needed)
• 1bulb onions (diced)
• Pepper mix (as needed)
• 1teaspoon ginger and garlic paste
• Stock (I used my gizzard stock, feel free to use any
stock of your choice)
• Salt and seasoning cube to taste
• A dash of spring onions
• A dash of red bell pepper

Recipe By: Ayoola Levites
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