Kilishi Noodles

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You may never be able to get enough of this northern delicacy, no matter how hard you try to reduce your beef consumption to a minimal minimum. This delectable jerky treat is unquestionably a gift from the North.

Is Kilishi Healthy?

Kilishi is high in protein and low in carbohydrates. You will not gain weight by eating more protein and fewer carbohydrates. Also, the salt and sodium content in it helps to balance your body’s fluids and keep your blood pressure at a healthy level.

Fun Fact: Brown bags and newspapers help to keep the Kilishi fresh by preventing mold and bacteria from growing on it.

How Kilishi is Made

This hot Nigerian beef jerky from the north of the country, Nigeria is one of those typical snacks that you’ll want to keep eating until your chin hurts.

In making this snack, the beef is thinly cut into one-meter-long sheets, dried in the sun, and coated with a unique paste. It is made even better by the paste (Labu) that coats it. Labu is produced using peanuts or groundnuts, water, and a variety of regional spices such as yagi, salts, onions, ginger, and cayenne pepper seeds.

Adding date palm is a more natural approach to enhance sweetness. The dried “sheets” of beef are then coated with labu paste and allowed to cure for several hours before being roasted on a wire mesh.

How Long Can Kilishi Last?

Kilishi is a meat variety that has been chopped into extremely thin slices and usually dried for a long period. It is primarily Nigeria’s northwestern region concept of meat preservation.

It was necessary to preserve meat for longer periods since lean meat provides enough protein for merchants traveling through the Sahara for trade. It may be stored for months without losing its flavor.  Most of us don’t know where Kilishi comes from, but legend has it that it arrived during the Jihad when most livestock was relocated to distant places for protection.

Preparing Noodles With Kilishi

As already established above, kilishi is a protein source and can be used for a variety of dishes including; rice, noodles, oatmeal, sauces, you name it.

It is typically served as a snack but is utilized as a protein source in this particular recipe. Noodles are quickly becoming a staple in Nigerian cuisine. However, if you’re concerned about the carb concentration, do not despair (this is for those who are concerned about noodles lacking in protein and vegetables). This is a well-balanced recipe. It has all of the nutrients you require.

Serving Kilishi

It can be served with Jollof, white, or fried rice. If you want your rice to have a fiery flavor, it could be your best bet right now.

It can also be eaten with cassava flakes (garri). Most people’s best combo is Kilishi with Garri. It calls for cautiousness as Garri is not a so healthy food to consume.

Finally, to create a healthy balance, consume this meat with healthy quick shakes, smoothies, parfaits, and fruit drinks. Of course, this is after you’ve had enough water. Because it is so fiery, you’ll need to prepare for a thirsty battle!

Follow the step by step procedures below to make your delicious noodles with Kilishi. Please note:  Do not add salt to this recipe. Remember these northern meat jerky are salty already while noodle seasoning has a high amount of salt. Use a moderate amount of water in cooking the noodles-except you are making noodles soup.