West African Vegetables

Utazi Leaves (Gongronemopsis latifolia) – Texas Grown

Fresh Utazi (Gongronemopsis latifolia, formerly Gongronema latifolium) is a distinctive aromatic leafy herb widely used in Nigerian and West African cooking. Utazi is known for its bitter, herbal and slightly peppery flavor. Because of its strong and distinctive taste, a small amount can add authentic flavor and balance to rich soups, meats and traditional dishes. Nigerian Spices Our Utazi is grown fresh in Texas at YOE Ranch, hand-harvested and packed fresh for our customers. Fresh Utazi is traditionally used in dishes such as Pepper Soup, Ofe Nsala (White Soup), Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Abacha (African Salad), soups, sauces and meat dishes.

• Nationwide shipping or local pickup at our farm.
• Picked fresh and packed the day it ships.