NIGERIAN OKPA FLOUR - 1KG/2KG/3KG

NIGERIAN OKPA FLOUR - 1KG/2KG/3KG

MEDIUM - 2KG
£16.00 GBP
Sale price  £16.00 GBP Regular price  £16.00 GBP
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NIGERIAN OKPA FLOUR - 1KG/2KG/3KG
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NIGERIAN OKPA FLOUR - 1KG/2KG/3KG

£16.00 GBP
Sale price  £16.00 GBP Regular price  £16.00 GBP
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Nigerian Okpa flour is a protein-rich, powdery flour made from ground Bambara nuts (or Bambara beans), a legume native to Africa. It is the essential ingredient for making Okpa, a popular, nutritious, and authentic Eastern Nigerian steamed pudding that is frequently enjoyed for breakfast or lunch.

Nigerian Okpa is a popular, protein-rich traditional delicacy from Eastern Nigeria, particularly Enugu State. It is a savoury, steamed pudding often wrapped in banana or plantain leaves, known for its firm texture, rich taste, and high nutritional value.

 

Key details about Nigerian Okpa:

  • Ingredients: The main components include Bambara nut flour, palm oil, fresh pepper, salt, and seasoning.
  • Texture & Taste: It has a dense, firm, yet soft texture with a distinct nutty flavour.
  • Preparation: The flour is mixed with water, oil, and seasonings, wrapped in leaves (often banana leaves), and steamed for 20-60 minutes.
  • Nutritional Value: Okpa is a healthy, energy-boosting, and nutritious food containing approximately equal amounts of protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
  • Serving: Frequently eaten for breakfast or lunch, it is commonly paired with pap, custard, bread, or garri.
  • Alternative Names: Known as 'Okpa di oku' (hot okpa) or ' Okpa Wawa'.

It is highly regarded for its health benefits, including high fibre content and being a gluten-free protein source.

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