West African Vegetables
Bitter Leaf (Vernonia Amygdalina)
Fresh Bitter Leaf (Vernonia amygdalina) is a traditional West and Central African leafy vegetable known for its distinctive bitter flavor and important role in African cooking. Also known as Onugbu (Igbo), Ewuro (Yoruba), and Shuwaka/Shiwaka (Hausa), Bitter Leaf is especially popular in Nigerian cuisine. It is the essential ingredient in Ofe Onugbu (Bitter Leaf Soup) and is also used in Egusi soup, stews, and other traditional dishes. In Cameroon, bitter leaf is a key ingredient in Ndolé. Sundry Agro Fresh bitter leaf naturally has a strong bitter taste. Before cooking, the leaves are traditionally washed and squeezed repeatedly with clean water to reduce the bitterness to your preferred level.
$4.00· Wholesale $3.00
- Nationwide shipping or local pickup at our farm.
- Picked fresh and packed the day it ships.
Details
Product Details
- Fresh Bitter Leaf
- Scientific name: Vernonia amygdalina
- Sold by the pound
- Freshly harvested
- Texas grown
- Picked and packed the day it ships
- Great for Ofe Onugbu, Egusi Soup, Ndolé, soups and stews
- Nationwide shipping available
- Local farm pickup available
Storage: Keep refrigerated after delivery. For best freshness and quality, use as soon as possible.
Preparation Tip: Wash and squeeze the fresh leaves several times in clean water before cooking. Wash more times for a milder flavor, or leave a little bitterness for a more traditional taste.
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Fresh Texas-Grown Bitter Leaf (Onugbu / Ewuro)