Africa’s Finest Ground Ogbono Wild Mango 70g

Traditional African Soup Thickener

Africa’s Finest Ground Ogbono 70g is a premium-quality, ground seed product derived from the wild mango tree (Irvingia gabonensis), also known as bush mango or African mango. This nutrient-rich ingredient is a culinary staple in West African cuisine, particularly popular in Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, and other parts of Central Africa. Celebrated for its unique thickening properties and deep, earthy flavour, ground Ogbono is the star ingredient in the renowned Ogbono Soup—a beloved draw soup known for its smooth, mucilaginous texture.

Used predominantly in Nigerian households across tribes such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Edo, Ogbono soup preparation varies widely with local additions like bitter leaf (onugbu, ewuro), okra, assorted meats, and crayfish. The powdered form of Ogbono ensures quick cooking and easy blending into palm oil and stock, making it ideal for busy kitchens and traditional feasts alike.

Global Use and Regional Context

Ground Ogbono is widely consumed in:

• Nigeria (locally called Ogbono or Apon): Central to “draw soups”, often cooked with stockfish, meat, and leafy greens.

• Cameroon (known as Dika nuts): Used to prepare thick stews, combined with okra and traditional spices.

• Ghana (called Abesebuo): Sometimes blended with kontomire (cocoyam leaves) for rich soup bases.

• Sierra Leone & Liberia: Incorporated in vegetable and peanut-based soups as a natural thickener.

The English name for Ogbono is wild mango seed, and it should not be confused with the common mango fruit.

Features

• Finely ground wild mango seed for fast cooking

• 100% natural, no additives or preservatives

• Aids digestion and weight management due to high fibre and protein content

• Adds authentic texture and depth to soups and stews

• Vacuum-packed for long-lasting freshness

Nutritional Information (Per 100g)

Ingredients

• 100% Ground Wild Mango Seed (Ogbono)

Net Weight

70g

Allergy Advice

• May contain traces of nuts, sesame, or gluten due to packing environment.

Lifestyle and Dietary Info

• ✅ Vegan

• ✅ Vegetarian

• ✅ Halal

• ❌ No artificial preservatives

• ❌ No added salt or sugar

Serving Suggestions and Recipe Ideas

1. Traditional Ogbono Soup with Assorted Meat:

• Heat palm oil, add ground Ogbono, stir gently until it forms a draw-like consistency.

• Add meat stock, cooked beef, cow tripe, and crayfish.

• Season with locust beans (iru) and finish with bitter leaf or spinach.

• Serve with eba, pounded yam, or amala.

2. Ogbono and Okra Soup:

• Add sliced okra after thickening the Ogbono to create an even richer draw.

• Spice with fresh pepper, seasoning cubes, and smoked fish.

3. Vegetarian Ogbono Soup:

• Replace meat with mushrooms and aubergine.

• Add African seasoning like ogiri or iru for traditional umami flavour.

Pairs well with:

• Palm oil

• Dried crayfish

• Smoked catfish or stockfish

• Bitter leaf (onugbu, ewuro, aluma)

• Gari, pounded yam, or semovita

• Africa’s Finest Whole Ogbono

Storage Advice

• Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, reseal or store in an airtight container to retain freshness.

Recycling Information

• Packaging: Not yet widely recycled. Please check your local authority guidelines.

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