Nigerian
Adoyo (Nigerian Ogi Beverage)
A community recipe for Adoyo (Nigerian Ogi Beverage), adapted from the collaboratively edited Wikibooks Cookbook.
Gather
Ingredients
- As needed Ogi Water
- As needed Pineapple sliced
- As needed Lemongrass leaves, rinsed
- As needed Lemons Or Oranges
- As needed Sugar
Make it
Method
- 1
Combine ogi water, pineapple, and lemongrass leaves in a pot. Simmer for at least 45 minutes.
- 2
Remove from the heat, and cool completely. Once cool, strain out the solids.
- 3
Place the sugar in a pot. Slowly melt it over medium heat, stirring, and cook until it reaches a light brown caramel.
- 4
Stir some hot water into the caramel to make a sauce—if you use cold water, it will crystallize. Set aside.
- 5
Sweeten the strained liquid with the caramel sauce, and serve.
Source & rights
Where this recipe comes from
Adapted from “Adoyo (Nigerian Ogi Beverage)” by Wikibooks contributors, revision 4621020, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This source recipe has been reformatted for Pantry Start but has not yet been kitchen-tested by our editors. Check current food-safety guidance and use your judgment.