7 Nigerian Dishes On Meggscakes Menu You Must Try

Nigerians in Canada who grew up eating Nigerian food understand that the flavour, composition, and soul behind our favourite Nigerian dishes aren’t things that can be recreated or substituted. Our dishes, passed down to us by our ancestors, carry a rich history, and every bite transports us back home.

Nigerian cuisine is unmatched in taste and soaked in rich flavour, reflecting our diverse culture. Meggscakes understands this, which is why we always ensure to provide our siblings in Newfoundland with authentic Nigerian traditional dishes that remind them of home. 

We pride ourselves on being one of the best places to find Nigerian food in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

  1. Ewa Agayin and Plantain with Fish / Beef
  2. Fried Plantain
  3. Fried Rice
  4. Jollof Rice
  5. Grilled Tilapia / Catfish
  6. Ofada Rice with Ayamase Sauce
  7. Abula with Goat Meat

Whether it’s street food like ewa agayin, abula and amala with goat meat, or steaming hot jollof rice, we’ve taken the time to curate a menu that invites you to explore some of the best Nigerian meals you’ll ever find in Newfoundland.

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Ewa Agayin is a Nigerian dish enjoyed across Western Nigeria. On Meggscake, it is served with a rich spicy sauce, topped off with fried plantain (dodo) and beef or fish. You can order it on our website. 

Price: 

  • Ewa Agayin with Plantain & Fish – $19.99.
  • Ewa Agayin with Plantain & Beef – $22.99

Order Ewa Agayin.

Next on our menu is Fried Plantain, one of the common Nigerian dishes. Fried until they’re golden brown, these sweet ripe plantains can be used as a side for any meal. You can pair them with Jollof rice or fried rice as well.

Price: $4.99. 

Order Fried Plantain.

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Meggs Fried Rice is made the authentic Nigerian way. We start by cooking it in delicious meat stock, before infusing it with aromatic spices like curry and thyme. The dish is then served up for you to enjoy. You can order fried rice for your party or dinner.

Price: $17.50

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Order Fried Rice.

Jollof Rice is one of the most popular Nigerian dishes, and we make it without compromising on that signature taste everyone loves. Cooked in a rich tomato-and-pepper sauce, every spoon has a distinct party aroma, smoky depth and vibrant red colour. This taste of home can be paired with chicken, turkey, beef or fish. 

Price: $17.50

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Order Jollof Rice.

Meggs serves grilled tilapia or catfish with sides of crispy yams, fried plantain, and coleslaw. This light dish perfectly blends smoky fish with a delicious pepper sauce. 

Price: $39.99. 

Order Grilled Tilapia / Catfish

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Ofada Rice with Ayamase Sauce is a local favourite and one of the famous Nigerian dishes. You can pair Meggs traditional Ofada with a smoky, spicy sauce that has a unique, flavour-filled taste your taste buds won’t forget. 

Price: $17.50

Order Ofada Rice With Ayamase Sauce

Abula with Goat meat is an original Nigerian traditional dish. We serve with soups and stews (gbegiri and ewedu) and tender goat meat, giving you a taste of one of the best meals the Yorubas have to offer. 

Price: $24.99.

Order Abula with Goat Meat.

Ordering a Nigerian dish on Meggscakes is very easy and can be done in 3 simple steps:

We also accept custom orders for meals and cakes, which you can opt for by clicking the “Request a Custom Order’ button on our website. Don’t forget to order some Nigerian snacks from us, too.

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