Safely Savoring Nigerian Flavors: A Peanut Allergy Guide

Exploring Nigerian cuisine is a journey through rich flavors and aromatic spices. However, for diners with peanut allergies, navigating menus can feel like walking through a culinary minefield. Peanuts (often called groundnuts) are a cornerstone of Nigerian cooking—found in beloved dishes like groundnut soup, suya spice rubs, egusi soup thickeners, and even as garnishes. Hidden peanut derivatives can unexpectedly appear in sauces and stews, making dining risky without proper precautions.

How MM Food App Makes Nigerian Cuisine Safer
Our app turns menu navigation from daunting to delightful:

1. Instant Menu Translation
   Scan any Nigerian menu in Hausa, Yoruba, or English. The app translates all ingredients in real-time, flagging hidden culprits like "epa" (Yoruba for peanut) or groundnut oil listings.
2. Smart Allergy Filtering
   Set "peanut allergy" as your primary dietary restriction. Our AI cross-references every dish description against common peanut ingredients, highlighting safe options and warning about risky dishes like:

• Egusi soup (often thickened with ground melon seeds that may contain peanut residue)
• Kuli-Kuli (fried peanut snacks)
• Maafe (peanut-based stew)

1. Custom Guardrails
   Add specific Nigerian ingredients to your custom restrictions—like "obe egusi" or "daddawa" (sometimes peanut-enhanced fermented locust beans). The app learns your needs.

Peanut-Safe Nigerian Dish Suggestions
While always double-checking via the app, these typically safer dishes deserve your attention:

• Jollof Rice: Rice cooked in tomato stew—ask about broth bases.
• Moi Moi: Steamed bean pudding (verify oil/serving conditions).
• Grilled Tilapia: Often served plain with side sauces—request sauces separately.

Pro Tips for Allergy Warriors

• Mention your allergy when ordering; say "Ba ni gyada" ("No peanuts" in Hausa).
• Avoid fried foods due to shared oil risks.
• Use MM Food's "Ask Kitchen" feature to request customized ingredient checks.

With MM Food, embrace Nigeria’s vibrant food culture confidently. Translate, filter, and feast fearlessly—your safety is our secret ingredient.