In search of Nigerian foods to help you gain weight fast?
Then you've landed on the right page. Because on this page, you'll discover 23 delicious Nigerian foods for a fast and healthy weight gain.
Let's get to the list right away...
The Best Nigerian Foods For Weight Gain
Here are 23 of the best Nigerian foods for weight gain:
1. Akara
Akara is not only rich in taste but also rich in calories. Akara is easy to eat and it's usually eaten with other foods, further boosting your overall caloric intake. By the way, for a healthier version of akara, use palm oil in deep frying because it has a higher smooking point compare to regular groundnut oil.
2. Dairy Milk
Milk has long been used as a weight gainer. As a matter of fact, there a weight gain diet called GOMAD (Gallon of Milk a Day) Diet. It's an excellent choice for weight gain because it's rich in nutrients and easy to consume plenty. Ensure you opt for full-fat milk and not skimmed milk.
3. Rice
Rice is a staple you can hardly get tired of eating. With options like fried rice, jollof rice, coconut rice and more, there are countless of ways you can enjoy rice. Rice is a great weight gainer because it's high in calories and it's easy to digest. If you eat rice now, before you know it you're hungry again and ready for another meal.
4. Nuts and Nut Butter
Nuts like groundnut, cashew nut, and Tiger nut are packed full of weight-gaining calories. And the best part is that they are delicious to snack and you can't get enough of them. Nut butters are also a delicious and easy way to incorporate nuts into your diet.
5. Red Meats
Read meats are super delicious and rich in protein. They are a great addition to your bulking meal plan. For a bit extra calories, go for fattier cuts of meat rather than leaner cut.
6. Oily Fish
Oily fishes like mackerel and sardine are delicious, nutritious, high in healthy fats and calories.
7. Dried Fruit
Dried fruits such as dried mangoes, dried pawpaw, and dried dates are sweet, portable, and packed with calories. They make an easy addition to any dish. You can get packaged dried fruits in many major supermarket.
8. Abacha
Abacha A.K.A African salad is a popular food from the east. It is made from shredded cassava, palm oil, and various other mix-ins. As you can see, it's made from calorie dense ingredients, which can help you pack on healthy weight easily.
9. Banana
Banana is one of the most delicious and high calorie fruits. You can decided to snack on them raw or add them to other recipes.
10. Homemade Protein Smoothies
Your bulking meal plan cannot be complete without a nice homemade protein smoothies. These smoothies are delicious, easy to consume and you cramp in as much as 1000 calories in a single batch blend. This post will be useful >> How to Make Weight Gain Powder at Home in Nigeria
11. Egusi Soup
Egusi soup is one of the soups that are rich in fat and calories. Egusi soup is made with palm oil, further increasing it's overall caloric profile. Pairing Egusi soup with any swallow of choice is an effortless way to pack in weight gain calories for the day.
12. Ogbono Soup
Ogbono soup is another delicious high-fat, high-calorie soup. Eating Ogbono soup with any swallow of choice is and easy way to "swallow" a whole lot of calories.
13. Banga Soup
Banga Soup is another soup extremely rich in fats and calories. Banga soup is more popular in Niger Delta region. It is made with palm nut extract. If you're looking for a flavourful stress-free way to add more calories to your diet, then try Banga soup.
14. Semovita
Semo is one of the swallows with the highest calories. Eat it with any of the soups listed earlier and you're good to go.
15. Avocados
Avocados are unique fruits that are rich in fat and dense in calories. For a calorie-boost, you can eat avocado alone (with a sprinkle of salt, or as a side or add them to your smoothies.
16. Dark Chocolate
High-quality Dark chocolate are choke-full of antioxidants and are rich in calories. Dark chocolate is becoming more popular in Nigeria. You can find them in any major supermarket.
17. Cheese
From our local cheese "Wara" to imported cheese like cheddar are concentrated source of calories, protein, and fat. They make a great addition to sandwiches, pastries, and can be eaten as a standalone snack.
18. Butter
Butter high fat and calorie content makes it an essential weight-gainer. Butter is a house hold product used in a wide variety of ways. It is used for cooking, baking, and spreading on bread or other baked goods. So you won't find it difficult to add to your weight gain diet.
19. Whole Eggs
Eggs are not only calorie-rich but they are a nutritional powerhouse. They are very versatile and can be part of your diet in various ways. You can choose to cook them, fry them or add them to other recipes.
20. Yogurts Made with Whole Milk
Full-fat yogurts, especially homemade ones, are creamy, delicious and high in calories. They make for a great breakfast or snack. Looking to make high protein yogurt at home, then checkout this post >> Greek Yogurt Nigeria: 9 Benefits, How to make & Where to buy
21. Sweet Potato
Nigerian sweet potatoes are starchy and sweet, offering a good amount of calories. You can enjoy them boiled, roasted, or air-fried.
22. Cereals
Cereals are easy source of calories, carbs, and in some cases, essential nutrients. This makes them a lovely addition to your weight gain diet.
The best part is they are easy to make and consume. Also, you can easily increase the calorie content of your cereals by adding other calorie-dense ingredient like nuts, nut butter, dried fruits and so on.
23. oils
Some of the most caloric-packed foods on planet earth are oils. A measly tablespoon of olive oil, for example, easily delivers 120 calories [1].
You can easily add oil to virtually anything you're cooking. As a matter of fact, now adays people even add oils to their teas and coffees.
My only piece of advice is that you should go for healthier oils like Extra virgin olive oil, coconut oils, Avocado oil and so on.
Conclusion
Incorporating these high-calorie Nigerian foods into your diet can help you reach your weight gain goals. Remember, balance is key—combine these options with a varied diet and regular resistance training for healthy weight gain.
