Fresh or Frozen? A Lagos Shopper’s Guide to Buying the Best Chicken

Many Lagos residents buy chicken weekly without checking if it’s truly fresh or just long-frozen. In local markets, poultry sold as “fresh” is often kept frozen for weeks or months. Repeated thawing and refreezing can dull its taste and texture. Genuine fresh chicken is dressed close to cooking time. It has a firmer feel and richer flavor in stews, pepper soup, and grills. I’ve put together simple tips to help you spot true fresh chicken and avoid over-frozen poultry. Which do you prefer when you cook?

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