{"product_id":"nigerian-dried-bitter-leaf","title":"NIGERIAN DRIED BITTERLEAVES - 70g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"QzGOQd\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"PwvzCf WEeWWe\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"beTKqb_h,beTKqb_i\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNigerian dried bitterleaf is a staple, sun-dried leafy vegetable commonly known as 'Onugbu' (Igbo) or 'Ewuro' (Yoruba).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is used in traditional Nigerian cuisine, most notably for bitter leaf soup (Ofe Onugbu), providing a distinctive bitter, savoury flavour, enhanced by significant medicinal properties and antioxidant richness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eKey Details about Nigerian Dried Bitter Leaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ePreparation \u0026amp; Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLeaves are harvested, washed, and dried to preserve them and reduce bitterness. Before cooking, they must be soaked in warm water to rehydrate and often washed repeatedly to control the bitterness level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eCulinary Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEssential for soups and stews, it adds complexity, balancing rich ingredients like palm oil, smoked fish, and assorted meats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eFlavour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt provides a unique, slightly bitter, and aromatic taste, which is a prized element in traditional soups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eHealth Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKnown for containing antioxidants and essential vitamins. It is traditionally used to improve digestion, support the immune system, and act as a natural detoxifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is often packaged in 25g to 100g bags and is popular among Nigerians in the diaspora for its convenience compared to fresh leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eInstructions on how to use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eCook for 10 minutes in hot, boiling water before using it to cook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eSoak for 30 minutes before using it to cook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NGBRIGHT FOODSTUFFS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61479535313226,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/8652\/5770\/files\/1_6ecc0e1b-0215-4866-a23b-fda2c537f1bb.jpg?v=1774997025","url":"https:\/\/ngbrightfoodstuffs.com\/products\/nigerian-dried-bitter-leaf","provider":"NGBRIGHT FOODSTUFFS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}