If you’re a busy parent trying to figure out what to cook every day, I totally understand the struggle! That’s why having a food timetable is a game-changer. Instead of stressing about what to cook every day, I’ve done the hard work for you!
I got a tweet a few weeks back requesting a food timetable for students, and I had to oblige! It’s free, and I hope it is a useful resource for students (please share). For non-students, you can download my extensive food timetable HERE. You will get meal ideas and inspiration that will last you for months!
Tips for Planning Your Food Timetable
Here are some helpful tips to consider when creating your Nigerian food timetable:
- Plan Around Your Family’s Schedule: Have busy mornings? Go for quick breakfast options like oats, akara, toast, or smoothies.
- Get the Family Involved: Ask everyone for their favorites!
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Sample Nigerian Food Timetable for Students
This sample food timetable provides a balanced and nutritious diet for students. It includes a variety of staple foods, vegetables, and protein sources. It can be adjusted to suit individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Here's a sample Nigerian food timetable for students:
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| Day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Akara and Bread | Noodle & Chopped Vegetables + Egg | Fish Stew & Sweet Potato |
| Day 2 | Dodo and Scrambled Eggs | Stewed Beans and Ijebu Garri | Stir fry Macaroni |
| Day 3 | Moi Moi (bean pudding) & Oats | Ofada Rice with dodo | Eba and Ogbono Soup |
| Day 4 | Custard & Akara | Beans & Dodo | Spaghetti & Boiled Egg |
| Day 5 | Akamu (pap) with milk and sugar | Ogbono Soup & Fufu | Jollof Spaghetti |
| Day 6 | French Toast + grapes | Fish Stew & Sweet Potato | Fufu and Ogbono Soup |
| Day 7 | Boiled Yam with Scrambled eggs | Rice and fish stew + steamed carrots | Eba and Ogbono Okra soup |
Important Notes
- Soup per week: I choose Ogbono because the more you reheat it, the yummier it becomes, and a small portion of Ogbono seeds can make a big pot of Ogbono Soup. Add N50 Uziza leaves and thank me later.
- If you have time, you can make Akara/Moin Moin - 1 cup of beans can make enough Akara or Moin Moin. Unless you want to purchase. N100 Naira Akara and Bread N100/150 will do the job.
- Staples for food should include: Yam, Milk, Eggs, Noodles, Garri, Bread, Custard, Oil, Rice, Pasta, Salt, Sugar. Add Tomato Puree to your stew to make it thicker and go a long way.
About Sisi Yemmie
Yemisi Odusanya, also known as Sisi Yemmie, is a Nigerian food and lifestyle blogger and vlogger. She is popular for her cooking and food-related content on YouTube, where she shares recipes, cooking tutorials, and food-related videos. Sisi Yemmie is also the author of a successful food blog, where she writes about Nigerian cuisine, lifestyle, and parenting. She has a large following on social media and is well-known for her ability to share traditional Nigerian dishes with a modern twist.
Psalm 136 vs 25 “He gives food to every creature."
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