Liberian Food And Culture

July 26 is the Liberia Independence Day or national day of Liberia and a big day for the Liberians, as it is the one and only first black nation of Africa to get independence. This day is celebrated with a great joy among the Liberians and many other activities and competitions etc are held all throughout the day. Parades take place, children perform many activities, men and women all take an active part in the celebration and all of them together try their best to make it memorable every year.

Of course, there are more traditional West African foods found in Liberia as well – and no shortage of them – like Groundnut Soup and Jollof Rice – both of which we’ve made for other Global Table meals with great success. Liberians are also well-known for sharing a pot of goat soup, especially during times of celebration. The soup – and most meals, in fact – are served with rice or fufu – a cassava based starchy paste ball that is eaten by hand. Like most of West Africa, red palm oil, palm wine, and palm nuts are used throughout the cooking, giving the characteristic red color and unique flavor.