A Short History of Ofada Rice
Ofada is grown in the lowlands of South West Nigeria and named for the town of Ofada in Ogun State. Long before it was packaged for city tables, families cooked it the…
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Stories from the kitchen, written by Tosin Martins — on Ofada, catering, and feeding people well.
Why Ofada is Good for You
Ofada is whole-grain rice. That means more fibre, slower energy release, and a fuller feeling after meals. It pairs naturally with vegetables and palm oil, and it carries flavour beautifully. We love…
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Rinse the grains until the water runs clear. Cover with water about two fingers above the rice. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat low and let it steam gently. The…
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Keep dry Ofada in an airtight container, away from sunlight. For cooked Ofada, cool it quickly, store in shallow containers, and refrigerate within an hour. Reheat with a splash of water so…
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