Cookbook:Nigerian Peppered Snail

| Cuisine of Nigeria

Nigerian peppered snail is a dish of boiled snails, onions, pepper, and spices. It is easy to make and enjoyed in most Nigerian homes.

Ingredients

 * Jumbo snails
 * Onions, sliced
 * Scotch bonnet chile peppers, grated
 * Bell pepper, sliced
 * Bay leaf
 * Seafood bouillon powder
 * Shrimp powder
 * Palm oil
 * Salt

Procedure

 * 1) Wash the snails with vinegar and hot water to remove the slime.
 * 2) Place the snails in a pot along with the sliced onions, grated peppers, and sliced bell peppers. Add the bay leaf, bouillon powder, oil, and a pinch of salt. Cover with water, and bring to a simmer.
 * 3) Simmer for at least 17 minutes, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
 * 4) Serve and enjoy.