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.