Africa’s Finest Ground Egusi 100g

Authentic Melon Seed Powder for Rich West African Cooking

Africa’s Finest Ground Egusi is a premium-quality, finely ground melon seed product traditionally used in West African cuisine to enrich and thicken soups and stews. Packed in a convenient 100g resealable foil pouch, this pantry essential delivers a distinctive nutty aroma and a satisfying texture that enhances a variety of native African dishes.

Ground egusi is especially popular in Nigerian, Ghanaian, and Cameroonian households, but its nutritional value and culinary versatility have also made it popular globally with food enthusiasts and health-conscious cooks. Rich in plant-based protein and healthy fats, it is an excellent source of energy and nutrients, especially in vegetarian or low-carb diets.

Global Usage & Local Names

Egusi is globally consumed by the African diaspora and lovers of African food. Locally, it is known as:

• Nigeria: Egusi (Yoruba, Igbo), used in Egusi soup with pounded yam or fufu.

• Ghana: Agushie, used in palava sauce or agushie stew.

• Cameroon: Egusi, cooked into stews or Eru dishes.

• Sierra Leone & Liberia: Pumpkin seeds, often used in thick stews and palava leaf dishes.

In all these regions, egusi is a key ingredient in celebratory meals, often paired with meats, fish, or leafy greens.

 Features

• 100% pure ground melon seeds

• No additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients

• Excellent source of plant-based protein and healthy fats

• Traditional thickening agent for soups, stews, and sauces

• Ideal for Nigerian Egusi Soup, Ghanaian Agushie Soup, and more

• Easy-to-store resealable packaging for lasting freshness

• Popular in West Africa and the global African diaspora

Meal Ideas and Recipe Suggestions

1. Nigerian Egusi Soup (with Pounded Yam)
Sauté onions in palm oil. Add blended tomatoes, peppers, and seasoning. Mix ground egusi with a little water to form a paste and add to the pot. Stir in meats, stockfish, and leafy vegetables (e.g. spinach or bitterleaf). Simmer until thickened and serve with pounded yam, eba, or semolina.

2. Ghanaian Agushie Stew
Cook chopped onions, tomatoes, and pepper in vegetable oil. Add ground egusi, dried shrimp or crayfish, and smoked fish. Cook until golden and serve with boiled yam, rice, or plantains.

Pairs Well With:

• Ayoola Pounded Yam Flour

• 4Way Palm Oil

• Dried Crayfish

• African Seasoning Cubes

• Spinach, Ugwu (fluted pumpkin leaves), or Kale

Nutritional Information (Per 100g)

Ingredients

Melon Seed (Egusi)
Net Weight: 100g

Lifestyle and Allergy Information

• Halal-friendly (not certified)

• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

• Gluten-free

• No added sugar

• Free from artificial preservatives and colours
  Allergy Advice: Manufactured in an environment that handles nuts and seeds. Always check the label before consumption.

Storage Advice

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep the pouch tightly sealed to maintain freshness.

Recycling Information

Flexible packaging. Please check local authority recycling rules for disposal guidance.

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