Seed spice
Alligator Pepper
A pungent, aromatic seed spice used in cooking and in cultural contexts across parts of Nigeria.
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Pepper
Ata Rodo
A fresh hot pepper central to many Nigerian stews, sauces and soups.
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Spice blend
Banga Spice
A family of aromatic spice blends associated with palm-fruit soups and stews.
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Pepper
Cameroon Pepper
A very hot dried pepper seasoning valued for its concentrated, often smoky character.
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Aromatic
Country Onion
An aromatic forest ingredient used to deepen soups and spice blends in parts of southern Nigeria.
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Seed spice
Ehuru
A fragrant seed spice commonly described as African nutmeg and used in soups and spice blends.
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Seed spice
Grains of Paradise
Small aromatic seeds with peppery warmth and a bright, complex finish.
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Fermented seasoning
Iru
Fermented locust beans that contribute a powerful savoury aroma and depth to many dishes.
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Fermented seasoning
Ogiri
A category of intensely aromatic fermented seasonings used to build savoury depth.
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Leaf and herb
Scent Leaf
A highly aromatic leaf used fresh in soups, sauces and pepper dishes.
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Spice blend
Suya Spice
A savoury, peppery seasoning blend associated with Nigerian suya.
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Pepper
Tatashe
A large red pepper used for colour, body and gentle sweetness in Nigerian pepper bases.
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Root and rhizome
Turmeric
A golden rhizome used fresh or ground for earthy flavour and vivid colour.
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Pod spice
Uda
A slender pod spice known for a smoky, peppery aroma in soups and broths.
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Leaf and herb
Utazi
A distinctive bitter leaf used to sharpen rich soups, sauces and garnishes.
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Fruit spice
Uyayak
An aromatic dried fruit used to perfume broths and regional soups.
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Leaf and herb
Uziza Leaf
An aromatic peppery leaf used to finish soups and add a bright, warming bite.
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