Ogbono Blended

Description

Ogbono is a native forest tree that is associated with plants classified as “non-timber forest products.” In Nigeria, it is known by a variety of indigenous names. It is known as ‘ogbono/ugiri’ in the Igbo speaking region, depending on the variety of Igbo. It is known as ‘pekpeara’ in Nupe, ‘ogwi’ in Bini, ‘uyo’ in Efik, and ‘oro’ in Yoruba. The ground ogbono seeds thicken the soup and give it a dark appearance. It typically contains meat and/or fish seasonings such as chili pepper, leaf vegetables, and other vegetables in addition to seeds, water, and palm oil.