{"product_id":"bitter-leaf-onugbu-ewuro-for-nigerian-soups","title":"Bitter Leaf (Onugbu \/ Ewuro) for Nigerian Soups","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitter leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eVernonia amygdalina\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of West Africa's most-loved soup vegetables. Called \u003cstrong\u003eonugbu\u003c\/strong\u003e in Igbo and \u003cstrong\u003eewuro\u003c\/strong\u003e in Yoruba, it gives Nigerian soups their signature bittersweet depth and is the star of \u003cstrong\u003eofe onugbu (bitter leaf soup)\u003c\/strong\u003e and many egusi soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy shoppers choose our bitter leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic West African bitter leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e, ready for your soup pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaves hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of picking and washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e for ofe onugbu, egusi and ogbono soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips in about 2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e across the U.S., or pick up at our Chicago store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to cook with bitter leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the package directions, then rinse the leaves in water. Squeeze and rinse again if you prefer a milder bitterness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to your soup in the last 10 to 15 minutes of cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir, taste and adjust your seasoning (Maggi cubes, crayfish, salt).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoups to make with bitter leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfe onugbu\u003c\/strong\u003e, the classic Igbo bitter leaf soup with cocoyam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEgusi soup\u003c\/strong\u003e with bitter leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOgbono soup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfe owerri\u003c\/strong\u003e and other traditional soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with fufu, pounded yam or garri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the storage directions on the package. Keep sealed and use within the recommended time for the best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does bitter leaf taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePleasantly bitter with an earthy, herbal finish. Washing the leaves well reduces the bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is bitter leaf called in Nigeria?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnugbu (Igbo), ewuro (Yoruba) and shiwaka (Hausa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use bitter leaf in egusi soup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bitter leaf is one of the most popular vegetables for egusi soup, alongside ugwu and spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy bitter leaf near me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chicago, visit Yado African \u0026amp; Caribbean Market at 1651 E 87th St. Anywhere else in the U.S., order online for fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yado African \u0026 Caribbean Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67830296051991,"sku":"soe1792286332192","price":5.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/8662\/9655\/files\/bitter-leaf-onugbu-ewuro-for-nigerian-soups_1.jpg?v=1792286336","url":"https:\/\/wearlyfashion.shop\/products\/bitter-leaf-onugbu-ewuro-for-nigerian-soups","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}