Grounded Locust Beans (Iru) - 100g - Ready-to-Use Dawadawa
Grounded Locust Beans, known as Iru in Yoruba or Dawadawa in Hausa, is a fermented condiment made from African locust bean seeds, sold pre-ground in a Container or Refill option. It is made by fermenting the tree's seeds and grinding them into a ready-to-use paste. This ground Iru is used to season Nigerian and West African soups such as vegetable soup, ewedu, gbegiri, and okro soup. It is well suited for home cooks who want the umami flavor of Iru without grinding whole seeds themselves.
What Is Grounded Locust Beans (Iru)?
Grounded Locust Beans is pre-ground Iru or Dawadawa, a fermented African locust bean condiment, offering the same umami-rich flavor as whole Iru in a ready-to-use ground form.
Who It's For
- Home cooks preparing vegetable soup, ewedu, gbegiri, or okro soup
- Anyone who wants Iru's umami flavor without grinding whole seeds
Taste & Aroma
Grounded Iru has a strong, pungent, fermented aroma and a deep, savory, umami flavor, used in small amounts to season a whole pot of soup.
How to Use
- Add a small amount of grounded Iru directly into simmering soup.
- Use the Container option for storage convenience, or the Refill option to top up an existing container.
Best For / Use Cases
- Best for: vegetable soup, ewedu soup, gbegiri, okro soup
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Storage
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator or a cool, dry place to manage its strong aroma and preserve freshness.
Why People Buy This
Customers buy grounded Iru for the convenience of a ready-to-use umami seasoning without having to grind whole locust beans themselves.