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 OKPA RECIPE Things needed for the preparation of OKPA. - Okpa flour - Oil - Salt - Pepper - Uziza  - Crayfish ( optional )  - Maggi cube ( optional ) - Onions ( optional )   HOW TO PREPARE OKPA: 1. First of all, measure the Okpa flour into a clean mixing bowl. 2. Pour in some palm oil. 3. Gently knead the dough until it gets an orange-yellow color. If it's not as desired, add a little oil again and knead. 4. While kneading, once it give you desired colour gradually add lukewarm water until you get your preferred consistency. Not too watery. 5. Then, add salt, pepper, Uziza,etc of your choice. 6. Taste it to check if it's okay, or if there is anything else to add. 7. Finally, scoop into the materials you are using to wrap it. Gently place them into a boiling pot of water, and boil on a relatively high heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Turn off the heat and serve hot. * NOTE : Boil water ( lukewarm ) and keep before mixture and place the water you will use and cook it on...

 African pear or bush pear is a native fruit of West Africa mainly found in southeast Nigeria, popularly called Ube. It is interesting to eat it with roasted or cooked corn. It is pink when unripe but turns dark purple when ripped; it is butter-like when roasted or dipped in hot water and is enjoyed by all.   1.  Rich in Antioxidants The fruit is essential in microbial activities as an antioxidant, anti-microbial, and anti-sickle cell disease. These antioxidant and anti-microbial properties in bush pears are very active and practical at the new state and even when boiled. They help to slow the effects of microorganisms on the body and ward off disease-causing organisms in the human body.   2.  Boosts Immune System Bush pears help improve immunity due to vitamin C, which allows the immune system to resist certain diseases and maintain healthy immunity. Immune-boosting property in African bush pear comes from vitamin C and essential minerals that act as antioxidan...

 BANGA  SPICES Banga soup originated from the Eastern Nigeria. It is one of the most delicious and healthy soup enjoyed in West Africa. It is called Ofe Akwu by the Igbos, Amiedi by Urhobos, Banga by the Deltas/Benins, One enyi by the Yorubas , Obey -ekpo by Itsekiris. The Banga spices are regulated mixture of Obenetietien, Beletete, Aiden fruit, chill pepper, Rohojie, Oburunbebe, Scotch bonnet, Onion, salt etc. The ingredients used to prepare Banga spices have high medicinal and nutritional value. It lower the blood sugar and blood triglyceride level and also reduce inflammation. The spice is something you can not do without.  Eat healthy and remain healthy. Health is Wealth.

  Ginger specification for export and required documents April 13, 2023 What is ginger The Scientific Name of ginger is (Zingiber officinale) Rank(specie). Ginger is a thick, knotted underground stem known as rhizome. It's origin can be traced to Asia where it was recognized as a remedy for health challenge, not long was it spread across Africa,Australia and the rest of the world. Ginger is commonly used as as spice in most cuisine because of it's fantastic taste. Ginger has been in use for thousands of years for the treatment of ailments such as stomach pain,nausea,athritis,hypertension etc.  The market for ginger especially the overseas market in Asia and Europe is large, expanding and sustainable because of the numerous uses of ginger. Buyers usually would like to secure steady source of supply of these products The Need For Ginger The thirst and hunger for ginger in the local and especially in the international market is really large. This is as a result of it several bene...

 AFRICAN ALLIGATOR PEPPER Benefits of Alligator Pepper 1. Consumption Purposes Alligator pepper is a popular spice that is normally snacked upon especially by elders and sometimes youths. In traditional meetings and events such as baby naming ceremonies, traditional marriages, burial ceremonies, town meetings etc, the alligator pepper is usually served together with kola nuts and peanut butter (ósè ọ́jị́) as part of the customary rites. Both the seeds and leaves can also be used for garnishing salads and for preparing assorted dishes such as pepper soup, stews, chicken and lamb dishes etc. It's hot peppery and pungent flavour augments dishes and makes them spicy.  2. Anti-oxidizing Properties Alligator pepper seeds are an excellent source of phytonutrients such as terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, cardiac glycosides, saponin and phenolic compound. They scavenge for free radicals and offer protections against viruses, allergens, microbes, platelet aggregation, tumors,...

 AFRICAN BREADFRUIT 15 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD ADD ‘UKWA’ TO YOUR DIET By OKPE ANN African breadfruit – or Ukwa in Igbo – is an edible traditional fruit. Belonging to the Moraceae family, it is related to other exotic fruits like breadnut, jackfruit, figs and mulberries. It is consumed, for example in Nigeria, where it is eaten as a main dish. The seeds are of particular interest because of their high nutrition value. Scientifically known as Treculia africana, breadfruit is a highly sought after fruit due to its medicinal properties. It contains moderate levels of essential vitamins and minerals. Fresh seeds contain 38.3% carbohydrate, 15.9% fat and 17.7% crude protein. It contains adequate levels of protein. 100 grams provide 7.4 grams of protein, approximately 23% of the recommended amount. Readily available in many developing African countries, it can be an alternative to rice and yam. The seeds of Treculia africana can be ground to flour, pressed for oil and used as flavouring i...