{"product_id":"egusi-seeds-melon-seeds-for-egusi-soup-igbasan-foods","title":"Egusi Seeds (Melon Seeds) for Egusi Soup – Igbasan Foods","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgusi\u003c\/strong\u003e are the protein-rich seeds of a West African melon, the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eegusi soup\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Nigeria and Ghana's most-loved dishes. Grind these melon seeds and cook them with palm oil, peppers, leafy greens and meat or fish for a rich, nutty soup served with fufu or pounded yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy shoppers choose Igbasan Foods egusi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean, carefully selected melon seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich, nutty flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e for authentic egusi soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrind fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best taste and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips in about 2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e across the U.S., or pick up in Chicago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use egusi seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind the seeds in a dry blender or spice grinder until fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix the ground egusi with a little water into a paste, or fry it in palm oil, depending on your recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow our step-by-step egusi soup recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEverything for egusi soup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed palm oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUgwu or bitter leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaggi cubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePounded yam or fufu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is egusi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgusi is the seed of a West African melon (similar to watermelon seeds). The seeds are shelled, dried and ground to thicken and flavor soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs egusi the same as pumpkin seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, but they're similar. Egusi comes from a melon in the gourd family. Pumpkin seeds are sometimes used as a substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I buy whole or ground egusi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole seeds stay fresh longer; grind them just before cooking. Ground egusi is faster to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store egusi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it sealed in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate or freeze it for long-term freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy egusi near me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit Yado African \u0026amp; Caribbean Market at 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or order online for U.S. shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yado African \u0026 Caribbean Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67830296314135,"sku":"ryl1792286337772","price":5.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/8662\/9655\/files\/egusi-seeds-melon-seeds-for-egusi-soup-igbasan-foods_1.jpg?v=1792286343","url":"https:\/\/wearlyfashion.shop\/products\/egusi-seeds-melon-seeds-for-egusi-soup-igbasan-foods","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}