Bring the rich flavours of traditional African cooking to your kitchen with our Uda Pods, an aromatic West African spice known for its distinctive smoky, woody and peppery taste.

Uda, botanically known as Xylopia aethiopica, is the dried fruit of a West African tree. Also called Grains of Selim, it is widely used in Nigerian cooking to flavour pepper soup, meat and fish broths, and traditional spice mixtures. 

Whether you're preparing goat meat pepper soup, catfish pepper soup or a comforting bowl of Ofe Nsala, Uda adds a distinctive depth of flavour to your favourite recipes.

Why Choose Our Uda Pods?

• Ideal for preparing authentic Nigerian pepper soup.
• Perfect for seasoning goat meat, catfish and chicken broths.
• Adds a distinctive smoky, woody and peppery aroma.
• Suitable for Ofe Nsala and traditional Nigerian spice blends.
• Can be used whole, lightly crushed or ground according to your recipe.
• A versatile pantry essential for African cooking.

How to Prepare and Use Uda Pods

• Select one or two Uda Pods, depending on your recipe and serving size.
• Rinse briefly if necessary and pat dry.
• Lightly toast the pods in a dry pan until fragrant, if desired.
• Gently crush the pods to help release their aroma.
• Add them to your pepper soup, broth or preferred Nigerian dish.
• Allow the pods to simmer with the other ingredients.
• Remove the woody pods before serving.

Alternatively, grind a small quantity with other spices when preparing a homemade seasoning blend.

Cooking Tip: Uda has a strong aroma and can introduce bitterness when used excessively. Start with a small quantity, taste as you cook and remove whole pods once the desired flavour develops. 

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Keep the packaging tightly sealed after opening.

For better aroma retention, store the pods whole and crush or grind only the quantity needed for cooking.

Buy Uda Pods Online Today!

Make delicious Nigerian pepper soup and other traditional African dishes with our Whole Uda Pods.

Whether you're preparing a comforting family meal, seasoning meat and fish or making homemade pepper soup spices, Uda adds the distinctive aroma of authentic West African cooking.

Shop Uda Pods online today and bring traditional Nigerian flavours to your kitchen!