Sweet, nutty, and smooth. Used in soups or roasted. High in beta-carotene and fiber. Malawi: Nkhwani, Caribbean: Calabaza; Nigeria: Elegede;
Sweet, nutty, and smooth. Used in soups or roasted. High in beta-carotene and fiber.
Malawi: Nkhwani,
Caribbean: Calabaza;
Nigeria: Elegede;
Ewedu is a good source of fibre, low in calories and high in vitamins. Like spinach and other leafy green vegetables, Ewedu/jute leaves can be cooked whole or loosely chopped in br…
Slightly bitter, used in soups and sauces. Rich in fiber and low in calories. This is a choice vegetable not commonly found in large quantities compared to other vegetables. Nigeri…
Succulent texture with tangy notes. Key in dishes like Edikang Ikong. A Nutritious Powerhouse widely enjoyed in Nigerian and Cameroonian cuisine. Waterleaf/ Gbure is packed with es…
Okongobong
Zimbabwe Rape is a fast-growing, high-yield leafy green popular in southern African kitchens. The tender, slightly peppery leaves are boiled, steamed, or sautéed, often in peanut o…
Nightshade
Mucilaginous texture, mildly peppery. Used in stir-fries and soups. High in iron, calcium, vitamins A and C.
Strong bitter taste, used in soups. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and C, supports detox and blood health. Nigeria (Yoruba): Ewuro; Igbo: Onugbu; Cameroon: Ndolé; Ghana: Awonwono
Squash Leaves/ Pumpkin leaves (Ugu)