Description
- African calabash also known by many other names, is a nutmeg-like spice. Full of aromatic fragrance and flavor.
- It is peeled and out of its woody case. Just the seed is sold, ready to be grinded or grated for cooking.
- In West Africa, these seeds are used is dishes like Banga, ogbono soup, pepper soup, and many other dishes.
- Also called: Jamaican Nutmeg; African Nutmeg; Ehu, Ehuru (Igbo); Ariwo (Yoruba); Iwo (Erhe); Awerewa, Ehiri, Airama, Muscadier de Calabash, Lubushi; Monodora myristica
Jamaican Nutmeg; African Nutmeg; Ehu, Ehuru (Igbo); Ariwo (Yoruba); Iwo (Erhe); Awerewa, Ehiri, Airama, Muscadier de Calabash, Lubushi; Monodora myristica