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Iru

Locust Beans, Dry

Iru is fermented African locust bean, used across Yoruba and wider West African cooking to build a deep, savoury base. A spoonful early in the pot transforms egusi, ogbono and efo riro.

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Packaged for African Farm & Gardens (AFG). Distributed & marketed by BNO Foods Trading, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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Pack sizes100g
CategorySpices & Seasonings
StorageStore in a cool, dry place.

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Egusi Soup, Nigerian Style

Ground melon seed cooked into a thick, savoury soup with palm oil, leafy greens and dried crayfish. Serve with any swallow you like.

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