After speaking to a good number of busy and mostly tired 9-5ers, I have come up with this list of top 10 comfort foods.
After a long day at work, good and familiar food is comforting and therapeutic, you are finally home, work clothes are off, wig or tie removed, and you are either sitting on the couch with a show on or on the floor just eating freely and peacefully.
Anyways before we get into it, note that this is a list of both proper meals and snacks here and there!
Suya and chilled tigernut milk
This had to come first of course, because suya is GOATED and rightfully so, then with the natural tigernut flavor dancing on your tongue and fighting with the spiciness from the suya, unless you have another favorite though, but this particular combo is goodnessssss!!!
This combo is definitely top tier for a tired evening, because of course darkness is an ingredient for the best suya, so after a long day and probably the long drive heading home, just stop at a good spot and get a pack of that goodness for the evening and thank me later.
Stir-fried noodles with veggies, chicken, and a cold bottle of Chivita
Imagine a yummy looking plate of noodles, garnished with veggies, small chunks of beef or pieces of chicken added generously to make it a balanced meal.
Step this down with cold Chivita or your favorite juice. It is light, flavorful, and easy to eat without feeling heavy.
Pasta with lots of your favourite protein
I personally think whenever you talk of comfort and food in the same sentence, pasta marks its presence twice, largely because of how diverse it can be and just that soothing effect you can never get tired of!
Now imagine this with a generous combination of all your favorite proteins in one pot!
I’m sure you're already relieved!
A bowl of fruit salad with a glass of milk
This one is soft, easy and healthy. It is ideal for those evenings when you want something filling but not heavy. The natural sugars provide a small energy boost while the mix of textures makes it fun to eat and this will give you a relaxing experience.
Bole and yoghurt
Bole is smoky, starchy, and satisfying. Paired with cold yoghurt, the meal balances flavor and texture, spicy and soft bole with creamy, slightly sweet yoghurt. It is filling, easy to eat, and hits the comfort mark every time
Harvard standard garri with plenty of swimmers
When combined with milk, sugar, ice, and groundnuts, it becomes creamy, and fully satisfying. It is one of those foods that feels like home the moment you sip it, garri has it’s place in the hearts of every true Nigerian and it always delivers!
Shawarma and soda
Shawarma always tastes like a blend of everything and it sometimes feels too powerful to be classified as a snack. This is the kind of food you reach for when you want something warm, filling, and effortless. You are probably already on the couch, one hand holding the shawarma, the other on your phone and the cold drink helps cool things down.
Bowl of Ice cream with cool toppings
