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Common mistakes to avoid when making Nigerian food drinks:

Mistakes to Avoid

1. Incorrect measurement: Improper ratio of ingredients.
2. Insufficient soaking: Not soaking beans, grains, or nuts long enough.
3. Overcooking: Cooking ingredients too long, leading to loss of nutrients.
4. Underseasoning: Not enough spices, herbs, or salt.
5. Overmixing: Overblending or overstirring, affecting texture.
6. Incorrect temperature: Not adjusting heat for specific ingredients.
7. Lack of patience: Rushing cooking or preparation.

Specific Drink Mistakes

1. Zobo (Hibiscus Drink):
- Not soaking hibiscus flowers long enough.
- Over-sweetening.
2. Kunu (Millet Drink):
- Not rinsing millet properly.
- Undercooking.
3. Plantain Smoothie:
- Overripening plantains.
- Not balancing sweetness.
4. Egusi Soup:
- Not grinding egusi seeds properly.
- Overcooking vegetables.
5. Akamu (Pap):
- Not soaking cornmeal long enough.
- Undercooking.

How to choose the right Ingredients for making pastries

1. Flour: Choose unbleached, all-purpose flour or pastry flour.
2. Butter or Margarine: High-fat content good texture.
3. Water or Milk: Cold, fresh, and suitable for yeast growth.
4. Yeast (for some pastries): Active dry or instant yeast.
5. Salt: Unrefined sea salt or kosher salt.
6. Sugar (optional): Granulated or confectioner's sugar.
7. Eggs: Fresh, large eggs for richness and moisture.
8. Flavorings: Vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, or other spices.
9. Fillings: Fresh fruits, nuts, chocolate, or custards.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid when choosing ingredients

1. Old or expired ingredients.
2. Incorrect flour type.
3. Insufficient or excessive liquid.
4. Overmixing or overworking dough.
5. Poor temperature control.