Gizdodo is one of Nigeria’s most beloved party and street foods—a delicious mix of fried plantains and sautéed gizzard tossed in a rich, spicy tomato-pepper sauce.
It’s bold, sweet, spicy, and incredibly flavorful.
Perfect as a side dish, party platter, or main meal, Gizdodo brings joy to every table with its colorful, irresistible look.
🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 4 People)
For the Gizzard
- 500 g chicken gizzard (cleaned)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 seasoning cube
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp curry powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ginger powder
- Water (for boiling)
For the Fried Plantain
- 3 large ripe plantains
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Pinch of salt
For the Spicy Sauce
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1–2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust heat)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 seasoning cube
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp curry
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh parsley or spring onions (chopped)
👩🏽🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Gizzard
- Add gizzard, onion, seasoning cube, thyme, curry, salt, and ginger to a pot.
- Add a little water and cook until tender.
- Remove from the stock and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Lightly fry or air-fry until golden.
2. Fry the Plantains
- Peel and cut plantains into cubes.
- Season lightly with a pinch of salt.
- Fry until golden and set aside.
3. Make the Spicy Sauce
- Blend tomatoes, bell pepper, and Scotch bonnet.
- Heat 2 tbsp oil and sauté onions.
- Add the blended mixture, seasoning cube, thyme, curry, paprika, and salt.
- Cook until the sauce thickens and reduces.
4. Combine Everything
- Add fried gizzard into the sauce and stir well.
- Add fried plantains last and gently combine.
- Sprinkle with parsley or spring onions.
Serve warm and enjoy!
🌟 Mani’s Tips
💛 Add a splash of gizzard stock to enrich the sauce flavor.
🔥 For a spicier version, add extra Scotch bonnet.
💛 Don’t mix the plantains too early—they may get soggy.
❤️ Blessing of the Table
May this colorful dish bring joy, warmth, and celebration to your home.
May every bite remind you of shared meals, laughter, and the sweetness of community.
Amen. ✨