Ofada Rice

Ofada Rice is an indigenous short-grain Nigerian rice variety, prized for its nutty, earthy flavor and slightly firm texture that perfectly absorbs the rich, pungent sauce it is traditionally paired with. The dish gets its name from the town of Ofada in Ogun State where this heirloom rice variety originates. The star of this dish is arguably the ayamase sauce, also called ofada stew or designer stew, a bold green pepper sauce made with palm oil, locust beans, and assorted meats that is utterly unique to Yoruba cuisine.