Miyar kuka
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Miyar Kuka or Miyan Kuka, also known as Luru soup, is a type of soup popular among West Africa’s Sahelian ethnic groups. The soup is made from powdered baobab leaves.[1][2][3] It is usually served with Tuwo or Fufu. A seasonal variant of this soup is made using fresh mashed baobab leaves. This variant is only available during the rainy season when fresh baobab leaves are available. [4][5]
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Type | West African cuisine |
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Place of origin | Niger, Northern Nigeria |
Region or state | Sahel |
Main ingredients | Baobab leaves |
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Miyar Kuka is best served with Tuwon Shinkafa.[6][7]