Our Menu
Authentic Ewa Agoyin & Nigerian Cuisine — Slow-Cooked with Heritage, Served with Soul
V = Vegan • VG = Vegetarian • GF = Gluten Free
Classic Ewa Agoyin
Our signature mashed honey beans with slow-cooked palm oil pepper sauce — the soul of Nigerian street food, elevated.
Classic Ewa Agoyin V • GF
$16
Traditional creamy mashed honey beans with our signature ata dindin — slow-cooked palm oil pepper sauce with dried peppers, onions, and crayfish. The original Lagos street food elevated to fine dining.
Experience the authentic taste of Nigerian Ewa Agoyin right here in Houston. Our creamy, aromatic mashed beans are slow-cooked to perfection and topped with a rich, smoky pepper sauce that has been a Lagos staple for generations. A must-try for anyone exploring the best African food in Houston.
Ewa Agoyin Deluxe V • GF
$22
Double portion of our signature mashed beans, extra-rich pepper sauce, served with choice of bread or plantain.
For the true Ewa Agoyin devotee in Houston — a generous double portion of our creamy Nigerian mashed beans, swimming in an intensely aromatic, slow-simmered pepper sauce. Pair with soft Agege bread or golden fried plantain for the ultimate comfort meal.
Smoky Ewa Agoyin GF
$24
Mashed beans infused with smoked catfish, topped with our charred pepper sauce and crispy shallots.
A smoky, deeply flavored twist on the beloved Nigerian Ewa Agoyin. Tender mashed beans are infused with flaked smoked catfish and crowned with a charred pepper sauce, delivering layers of rich, aromatic flavor. One of Houston’s most unique African dishes.
Spicy Fire Ewa Agoyin V • GF
$18
For heat lovers. Triple-pepper sauce with scotch bonnet, cayenne, and dried cameroon pepper. Served with cooling cucumber garnish.
Houston’s hottest Nigerian Ewa Agoyin — a fiery triple-pepper rendition featuring scotch bonnet, cayenne, and dried cameroon pepper slow-cooked into a blazing red sauce. The creamy mashed beans provide a soothing counterpoint, balanced by fresh cucumber garnish. Not for the faint of heart.
Creamy Coconut Ewa Agoyin V • GF
$20
A fusion twist: mashed beans with coconut milk, topped with mild palm oil sauce and toasted coconut flakes.
A creamy, tropical take on classic Nigerian Ewa Agoyin, blending velvety coconut milk into our slow-cooked mashed beans. Topped with a mild palm oil sauce and toasted coconut flakes, this Houston-exclusive fusion dish bridges West African and Caribbean flavors beautifully.
Ewa Agoyin Combos
Beans paired with beloved Nigerian accompaniments — the way it was meant to be enjoyed.
Ewa & Agege Bread V
$18
Classic mashed beans with 2 thick slices of soft, pillowy Agege bread.
The quintessential Nigerian street combo arrives in Houston. Our creamy Ewa Agoyin is served alongside thick slices of soft, pillowy Agege bread — perfect for scooping up every last drop of the rich, aromatic pepper sauce. Pure comfort.
Ewa & Fried Plantain (Dodo) V • GF
$19
Mashed beans with sweet golden fried ripe plantain.
Sweet meets savory in this beloved Nigerian Ewa Agoyin pairing. Caramelized golden plantain slices complement the creamy, slow-cooked mashed beans and spicy pepper sauce, creating a harmonious balance that Houston diners absolutely love.
Ewa & Garri (Eba) V • GF
$17
Mashed beans served with smooth garri (cassava flour) swallow.
A traditional Nigerian combination: aromatic Ewa Agoyin served with smooth, stretchy eba (garri swallow). This hearty, gluten-free pairing is comfort food at its finest — a staple of Yoruba cuisine now available in Houston.
Ewa & Yam V • GF
$20
Mashed beans with boiled white yam or fried yam chips.
Choose your style: tender boiled white yam or crispy fried yam chips alongside our signature Nigerian Ewa Agoyin. The mild, starchy yam is the perfect canvas for our bold, slow-cooked pepper sauce — a wholesome African meal right here in Houston.
Ewa & Jollof Rice V • GF
$24
The ultimate combo: our signature beans alongside smoky party jollof rice.
Two Nigerian legends unite on one plate. Our creamy Ewa Agoyin sits beside smoky, aromatic party-style jollof rice — each bite a celebration of West African culinary heritage. This is the combo that keeps Houston coming back for more.
Ewa & Pounded Yam V • GF
$22
Mashed beans with smooth, stretchy pounded yam.
Silky, cloud-like pounded yam paired with our aromatic Nigerian Ewa Agoyin and fiery pepper sauce. This deeply satisfying, gluten-free combination is a time-honored Yoruba tradition, now served with elegance at Houston’s premier African restaurant.
The Full Nigerian Platter GF
$32
Ewa Agoyin + Jollof Rice + Fried Plantain + Agege Bread. Feeds 1–2.
The ultimate Nigerian feast in Houston — our signature Ewa Agoyin alongside smoky jollof rice, golden fried plantain, and soft Agege bread. This generous platter feeds one hungry soul or two sharing friends and delivers the full spectrum of aromatic, slow-cooked Nigerian flavors.
Bean Starters & Sides
Nigerian bean dishes beyond Ewa Agoyin — each one a celebration of this versatile ingredient.
Akara (Bean Fritters) V • GF
$12
6 pieces of crispy deep-fried bean cakes with spicy pepper dip.
Golden, crispy Nigerian bean fritters — a perfect companion to Ewa Agoyin or enjoyed on their own. Made from freshly ground black-eyed peas, seasoned with onions and peppers, then fried to a crunchy perfection. A beloved African street snack now in Houston.
Moi Moi (Steamed Bean Pudding) GF
$14
Silky steamed bean cake with eggs, corned beef, and peppers.
A silky, aromatic Nigerian steamed bean pudding studded with boiled eggs, savory corned beef, and fresh peppers. This protein-rich delicacy pairs beautifully with Ewa Agoyin and is one of the most refined bean preparations in West African cuisine — now available in Houston.
Moi Moi Elegance GF
$18
Premium moi moi with shrimp, boiled eggs, and smoked fish filling.
Our premium Nigerian bean pudding, elevated with succulent shrimp, boiled eggs, and flaked smoked fish. Each layer reveals new depths of flavor — a luxurious interpretation of the classic Ewa Agoyin companion that showcases the best of African food in Houston.
Gbegiri Soup GF
$16
Smooth, velvety bean soup (Yoruba-style) served with amala.
A Yoruba masterpiece — smooth, golden bean soup with a velvety texture that coats the palate. Served with soft amala (yam flour swallow), this aromatic Nigerian dish is the sophisticated cousin of Ewa Agoyin and a rare find outside Lagos. Now in Houston.
Bean & Corn Porridge (Adalu) V • GF
$15
Slow-cooked beans with sweet corn, palm oil, and peppers.
A rustic, soul-warming Nigerian porridge of slow-cooked beans and sweet corn, finished with aromatic palm oil and fresh peppers. Like Ewa Agoyin, this traditional comfort dish celebrates the humble bean — and it is one of Houston’s hidden African food treasures.
Protein Add-Ons
Elevate your Ewa Agoyin with premium Nigerian proteins — grilled, peppered, and smoked to perfection.
Grilled Chicken Suya GF
$10
Spiced grilled chicken skewers with yaji seasoning. The perfect Nigerian protein to crown your Ewa Agoyin in Houston.
Peppered Goat Meat GF
$14
Tender goat meat in spicy pepper sauce. A beloved Nigerian delicacy and the ultimate Ewa Agoyin companion in Houston.
Fried Fish (Croaker) GF
$16
Whole crispy fried croaker fish with pepper sauce. Aromatic, golden, and perfectly paired with Nigerian Ewa Agoyin.
Peppered Snail GF
$18
Giant African snails in spicy pepper sauce. A rich, flavorful Nigerian delicacy — exotic African food now in Houston.
Smoked Mackerel GF
$8
Whole smoked mackerel, perfect with beans. A classic Nigerian Ewa Agoyin addition with deep, smoky flavor.
Ponmo (Cow Skin) GF
$6
Soft, peppered cow skin. A uniquely Nigerian texture experience, slow-cooked in aromatic spices — Houston’s hidden gem.
Assorted Meat (Asun) GF
$15
Mixed grilled spiced meats. A smoky, aromatic Nigerian meat platter to share alongside your Ewa Agoyin in Houston.
Drinks & Refreshments
Traditional Nigerian beverages and refreshments — the perfect partners for Ewa Agoyin.
Zobo (Hibiscus Tea) V • GF
$6
Chilled spiced hibiscus drink with ginger and pineapple. A vibrant, tangy Nigerian refreshment that cleanses the palate between bites of rich Ewa Agoyin.
Chapman V • GF
$8
Nigeria’s iconic cocktail: Fanta, Sprite, bitters, grenadine, cucumber, lime. A fruity, effervescent classic from Lagos — now Houston’s favorite African drink.
Fresh Palm Wine V • GF
$10
Traditional palm wine, chilled. A mildly sweet, naturally fermented Nigerian classic — the ancestral pairing for Ewa Agoyin, now in Houston.
Kunu (Millet Drink) V • GF
$6
Creamy spiced millet drink. A smooth, aromatic Nigerian grain beverage with warm spice notes — a wholesome companion to any Ewa Agoyin meal in Houston.
Ginger Beer V • GF
$7
Homemade spicy ginger beer. Fiery, refreshing, and brewed in-house — this Nigerian-inspired ginger brew cuts through the richness of Ewa Agoyin beautifully.
Tigernut Milk (Kunun Aya) V • GF
$8
Creamy tigernut drink with dates and coconut. A rich, naturally sweet Nigerian milk alternative — the perfect cooling balance for spicy Ewa Agoyin in Houston.
Desserts
Traditional Nigerian sweets and treats to end your Ewa Agoyin feast on a high note.
Puff Puff VG
$10
8 pieces of fluffy Nigerian doughnuts with chocolate dip. Light, airy, and irresistibly sweet — the beloved African dessert that pairs beautifully after a rich Ewa Agoyin meal in Houston.
Chin Chin VG
$8
Crunchy fried dough snack, sweetened. A classic Nigerian party treat — crispy, addictive bites that bring the flavors of Lagos celebrations to Houston.
Coconut Candy V • GF
$6
Traditional Nigerian coconut candy. Chewy, caramelized coconut pieces with warm spice notes — a simple, aromatic African sweet treat now in Houston.
Plantain Chips V • GF
$5
Crispy sweet plantain chips. Thin-sliced and perfectly fried — a light Nigerian snack to nibble after your Ewa Agoyin feast in Houston.
Catering & Party Packs
Bring authentic Ewa Agoyin to your next Houston event — from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.
Small Party Pack
$120
Serves 10 guests
Ewa Agoyin for 10 — creamy mashed beans with our signature slow-cooked pepper sauce. Perfect for intimate Houston gatherings celebrating authentic Nigerian cuisine and the beloved Ewa Agoyin tradition.
Medium Party Pack
$280
Serves 25 guests
Ewa Agoyin for 25 — beans, sauce, and Agege bread. A crowd-pleasing Nigerian feast for Houston office parties, birthdays, and family reunions. Aromatic, hearty, and universally loved.
Large Party Pack
$500
Serves 50 guests
The full Ewa Agoyin spread for 50 — beans, slow-cooked pepper sauce, Agege bread, fried plantain, and refreshing drinks. Houston’s go-to Nigerian catering package for weddings, corporate events, and community celebrations.
The Shade Elewa Experience
$1,200
Premium catering for 100 guests
The pinnacle of Nigerian catering in Houston. A premium full-service buffet with Ewa Agoyin as the centerpiece, plus jollof rice, suya, moi moi, refreshing drinks, and traditional desserts. Professional service, aromatic presentation, and an unforgettable African food experience for your most important celebrations.
Ready to Experience Ewa Agoyin?
Houston’s finest Nigerian cuisine awaits. Order online for pickup or delivery, or book our catering service for your next event.
About Shade Elewa — Houston’s Premier Ewa Agoyin Restaurant
Shade Elewa is Houston’s destination for authentic Nigerian Ewa Agoyin — creamy, slow-cooked mashed honey beans served with our signature ata dindin pepper sauce. Located in Houston, TX, we bring the vibrant flavors of Lagos street food to Texas, offering a complete menu of traditional Nigerian dishes including akara, moi moi, jollof rice, suya, and more.
Whether you are searching for the best African food in Houston, authentic Nigerian restaurant Houston TX, or Ewa Agoyin near me, Shade Elewa delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Our menu is designed to be universally enjoyed — every dish is crafted with heritage ingredients and modern presentation.
From intimate dinners to large-scale catering for up to 100 guests, Shade Elewa brings the soul of Nigerian cuisine to every occasion in Houston. Explore our Ewa Agoyin menu, order online, or book catering for your next celebration.