Locust bean (Parkia biglobosa), commonly referred to as 'Iru' by Yorubas, ‘Ogiri’, ‘Dawa Dawa’ by Igbos, is a local seasoning or condiment in Africa.

A strong smell is characteristic of this spice
It can be stored in the fridge, freezer or pantry
Packed in a sealed bag for longer shelf life

 

Pepper Soup seasoning is a spice blend used in the various Nigerian pepper soup such as goat, chicken, beef, assorted pepper soups. The several ingredients of the authentic spice are hard to find outside Africa. Store branded types here are made from substitute ingredients so the taste is not the same as the original one from Nigeria.

This private label brand is the ‘original best kept secret’ produced by combining the following ingredients:

Atariko
Uda
Gbafilo
Dried ginger
Rigid
Uyayak
Tamarind seeds

The Banga Soup is an African delicacy that is eaten in the Nigeria and Ghana region. It is called Ame Edi (Ame means water and Edi means palm fruit)  by the Urhobos in the Niger Delta and is mainly eaten with Starch, Gari, Pounded Yam, Semolina, or Fufu. In the South-Eastern parts of Nigeria, Banga Soup is referred to as Ofe Akwu where Ofe means Soup / Stew and Akwu means palm fruit and is used mainly with white rice.

Banga Soup is rich in vitamins A, E, and K which;

1. is essential for building strong bones

2. Prevents heart disease.

3. Improves Vision.

4. Reduces the effect of premenstrual syndrome symptoms such as insomnia, weight gain, bloating, leg swelling, and breast tenderness.

5. (Palm kernel) contains Vitamins ‘A’ that is essential for healthy vision

6. Nourishes the human skin and hair

Gold Kili Natural Ginger Bag 20 bags Ginger is highly regarded for their traditional herbal properties and benefits by the Asians. It is also well known for easing a queasy stomach and morning sickness during pregnancy. Ginger has a warming effect during the winter months. No added sugar, caffeine free, all natural. Natural Ginger Bag has a sharp and spicy character giving it a distinctive taste.

Cocoyam - Colocasia Esculenta
Cocoyams are herbaceous perennial plants belonging to the family Araceae and are grown primarily for their edible roots.
Cocoyam also known as Taro root, is a nutritious root vegetable that is eaten across the African continent. The Igbos call the ground cocoyam EDE.
The root is peeled and dried, then ground into a fine powder that is then used as a soup or stew thickener.
These roots are known as Yam in Malaysia and Singapore. Other countries know them as Kalo, Dasheen, Edo, Madhumbe, Marope, Magogoya, Arbi, Patra or Godere.

• Called Ede, Taro, Yam, Kalo in different countries
• Great as a stew or soup thickener
• Excellent source of dietary fiber

HP Sauce is one of the most popular British condiments and considered the 'original brown sauce'. It is a time-tested symbol of quality since 1899 and its recipe remains a closely guarded secret to this day. HP Brown Sauce adds a spicy flavor to everything from bangers and mash, bacon sarnies and shepherds pie. Pour it all over a full English breakfast or try it with baked beans and jacket spuds. Put a new spin on your potatoes, add HP Sauce to home fries, jacket potatoes, chips or even mashed potatoes. The spicy-smelling HP Brown Sauce can be great on steaks and can replace American sauces. HP Sauce is such a versatile sauce which is enjoyed by people with diverse tastes and is fit for use by both vegetarians and meat-eaters.

Egunsi is a West African name for the seeds of the melon fruit.  When the seeds are dried, shelled and ground, it becomes a staple ingredient in many West African dishes.  In Nigerian culture, egunsi is popular with pounded yam. These seeds are rich in fat and protein.