NINA All Natural UGBA
Net Weight: 2oz / 57g

Product Description:

Ugba, also known as African Oil Bean slices, is a fermented food product derived from the seeds of the Pentaclethra macrophylla tree. NINA’s All Natural UGBA is authentically prepared and packed in Ghana, offering rich, earthy flavor and a chewy texture. It is a treasured ingredient in traditional West African dishes, known for its strong umami depth and probiotic properties.

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Recipe: Ugba Abomu (Fermented Bean Salad)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup NINA UGBA (rinsed in warm water)

• 1 tbsp ground crayfish

• 1 tbsp palm oil

• 1 tsp powdered pepper or fresh scotch bonnet (crushed)

• 1 small onion (sliced)

• 1/2 cube of seasoning (optional)

• Salt to taste

• Boiled yam, plantains, or rice (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Rinse UGBA in warm water to remove excess salt and fermentation residue.

2. In a bowl, combine UGBA with palm oil, crayfish, pepper, onions, and seasoning.

3. Mix thoroughly until evenly coated.

4. Serve with boiled yam, ripe plantains, or rice.

Names in Other African Countries:

• Nigeria (Igbo): Ugba or Ukpaka

• Cameroon: Fermented African Oil Bean