Indulgewithiti

31/05/2026

A day that reminds us of faith, sacrifice, and gratitude. May Allah accept our sacrifices, bless our homes with peace, and grant us the opportunity to witness the new year in good health, happiness, and prosperity. 🤲🏾
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Allah Ya karɓi layyarmu da ibadunmu, Ya sa albarka a rayuwarmu da gidajenmu. Allah Ya ba mu tsawon rai da lafiya, Ya kuma sa mu kai sabuwar shekara cikin aminci, farin ciki da arziki. 🤍

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

Smoky, juicy Lamb Dibi straight off the grill. Charred edges, soft onions, and that deep Sahel-style flavour that keeps you going back for more.

This is one of those dishes made for sharing, warm bread on the side, suya spice within reach, and everyone gathered around the same platter.

If you’ve never tried Dibi before, this is your sign to make it this Eid and bring something different, smoky, and deeply satisfying to the table.

Comment “Dibi” and I’ll send you the full recipe.🥩

26/03/2026

Be honest… strawberry matcha or iced coffee? 👀🍓🍵

24/03/2026

Soft, buttery banana 🍌 loaves… the kind that make you want to put on the kettle

Banana Loaves Recipe (Makes 15 mini loaves)

9 ripe bananas
3 sticks butter, melted
6 eggs
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup caster sugar
1 tbsp vanilla essence
4½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
1 tsp salt
2½ tbsp baking powder
1 tbsp cinnamon powder
½ cup dark chocolate chips (lightly coated in flour)
1 banana (for garnish use one that isn’t too ripe)
Butter batons (for that signature bakery-style crease)

Method
Mash your ripe bananas, then add sugars, cinnamon, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir until beautifully combined.

In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder. Add the dry ingredients into the wet and gently fold until just combined don’t overmix.

Fill 15 lined loaf tins at the halfway mark
Top some with chocolate chips, and others with sliced banana + a sprinkle of brown sugar. Add a baton of butter on top for that classic split.

Bake at 170°C until golden on top and a skewer comes out clean.

Let them cool (if you can resist 😌), slice, and enjoy the softest, most fragrant banana loaves ever.
❤️

24/03/2026

Eid Mubarak, Indulgers
Taqaballahu mina wa minkum 🤲🏾🤍

I know this is a little late, but I hope your Eid was full of joy, good food, and beautiful moments.

Enjoy a few moments from my Eid
We started with a little prep the night before deep cleaning, putting together goodie bags for the kids and of course, the mandatory henna. It was bittersweet swapping out the Ramadan décor for the Eid banners, but such a beautiful reminder to carry that goodness with us.

And for something sweet… I put those very overripe bananas to good use 🍌 The banana loaves came out perfectly soft, crumbly, and not too sweet , just the way I love them.

May we carry the goodness of Ramadan with us throughout the year. May your homes be filled with barakah and your hearts be anchored in peace. Ameen 🤲🏽

With love,
Chef Iti

❤️

16/03/2026

If you’ve ever had masa stick stubbornly to aluminium pans, here’s a simple traditional trick many Hausa cooks use: baobab leaf powder (kuka).

Before cooking, mix the baobab leaf powder with water to make a loose paste, pour it into the aluminium masa pan, and boil it for about 20 minutes.

So what’s actually happening?

Baobab leaves are naturally rich in pectin, plant fibres, and mild organic acids. When heated with water, these compounds form a thin coating over the aluminium surface.

This coating works a bit like seasoning a pan.

Here’s why it helps prevent sticking:

• Natural pectin and fibres settle into the tiny pores of the aluminium
• Heat helps the coating bind lightly to the surface
• It creates a thin barrier between the batter and the metal
• Masa releases much more easily without tearing

After boiling, pour out the mixture, give the pan a quick rinse, and it’s ready to use.

It’s a simple step, but it can make a big difference smooth release, better shape, and beautifully cooked masa.

Traditional African kitchen wisdom at work ❤️

13/03/2026

May Al Rahman ( The most Merciful) forgive our transgressions and write Jannah down for us.🤲🏾

May Al Wadud 🤍( The most loving ) declare His love for us to Angel Jibril (as). May we never be without His support.🤲🏾

May Ar Razaq (The Sustainer) Open doors of sustenance and provision for us. 🤲🏾

May Al Musawir (The Fashioner) continue to mould us into who He wants us to be. 🤲🏾

May Al Muhaymin (The Protector) Protect and Ummah.🤲🏾

May As Salam (The Giver of Peace) Send down peace into your homes and hearts.🤲🏾

May Ar Rahim (The Especially Merciful) make us worthy of attaining His Mercy during these last 10 days of Ramadan and beyond. 🤲🏾

🥗 Salade Westaf. A generous West African platter built around smoky, spiced roast or grilled chicken.

It was served over crisp lettuce with sweet peas, corn, boiled eggs, fresh cucumber, golden fries and hand carved carrot roses for that final touch. On the side, I paired it with a caramelised onion and mustard sauce, along with a creamy homemade salad dressing to bring everything together.

24/02/2026

Spiced hibiscus drink infused with ginger cloves pineapple and more