Dried Ukwa (African breadfruit), sold in a 1 kg pack. A prized Nigerian delicacy from the South-East, slow-cooked with palm oil, peppers, and seasoning.
Ukwa is the dried seed of the African breadfruit tree (Treculia africana), a cherished delicacy in Igbo-speaking communities of South-East Nigeria. The seeds are sun-dried for preservation and then rehydrated and slow-cooked with red palm oil, crayfish, peppers, and seasoning to make a rich, hearty one-pot meal. Each pack contains 1 kg of premium dried Ukwa. Ukwa is enjoyed as a main dish or a festive accompaniment, and its distinctive nutty flavour makes it unforgettable. A sought-after product for the Nigerian diaspora who crave authentic home flavours.