Description

What is Alligator pepper ?

It is a spice that originates from West Africa. it comes as pods containing small sized seeds. To use it , the seeds are taken out of the pod, then blended to powder .It adds heat and a slightly pungent flavor to dishes. It is also one of the items on the “Eru Iyawo” list presented by the groom to the bride’s family during Yoruba Traditional weddings. In Igbo land, it is presented with Kola nuts at social events to welcome guests.

How to use this spice in Nigerian meals ?

• It is sometimes added to peppersoup spice mix
• It adds a distinct flavor to zobo . tigernut milk and kunu ( clink link for recipe – https://cookpad.com/ng/r/2970091)
• it can be used to season stir- fry spaghetti

What are the health benefits of using this spice ?

• It is rich in antioxidants so it boosts the immune system
• It is used for making home remedies

What are the other names for alligator pepper ?

In yoruba, it is called “atare”

in Igbo , it is called “ose oji ”

• Some other names are mbongo spice and hepper pepper

How many of this spice do you need for your eru iyawo?

This depends on the list sent to the groom from the bride’s family ; most bride’s families request for 21 or 42 pieces

What is alligator pepper and ginger used for ?

• A combination of alligator pepper and ginger is used by maize farmers for pest control
• Though not clinically proven, a studies suggests that this combination can be used with bitter kola and honey to clear out the vocal cords

Yoruba traditional wedding list

Other “eru iyawo” items you can get from Themarketfoodshop include

You can easily buy many items on your ” eru iyawo ” traditional wedding list from themarketfoodshop, these items include – alligator pepper, orogbo, aadun , smoked eja osan, Pure honey

How long does it take to deliver after you order alligator pepper from Themarketfoodshop ?

*For just the pepper – 1-2days

* For the combo packs 4-5 days

obi abata, bitter kola (orogbo), alligator pepper