Ogi baba is a fermented cereal pudding from Nigeria, typically made from guinea corn. Traditionally, the grains are soaked in water for up to three days, before wet milling and sieving to remove husks. The filtered cereal is then allowed to ferment for up to three days until sour.

What is the English name for ogi Baba?

Ogi or pap is a local generic name for a semi solid food made from cereals (commonly Sorghum, Maize and Millet). It is also known as 'Eko', 'Agidi', 'Akamu', 'Koko' in Nigeria. The ones made specifically from Sorghum is referred to as Ogi-baba.

Is ogi Baba healthy?

provides an inexpensive source of high quality dietary protein and oil It supplies about 5.6 calories grain^-1 when consumed raw and 5.8 calories grain^-1 when consumed roasted. It is a rich source of essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins.