African pepper is a name for several unrelated pepper-like spices traded from the general region of West Africa: Grains of paradise (Aframomum melegueta) from the ginger family (Zingiberaceae), also known as melegueta pepper, alligator pepper, Guinea grains, ossame, fom wisa, and (ambiguously) Guinea pepper

African peppers, known for their varied textures, colors, and levels of spiciness, are a cornerstone in many traditional dishes. From the well-known Scotch Bonnet to the unique Selim pepper, each variety of African pepper boasts its own distinct flavor and heat profile.

2023年8月30日 · Now, let’s run through the common types of pepper in Nigeria. 1. Bell pepper (sweet pepper) True to its name, it’s bell-shaped. Some species in the Nigerian market are thin and long, unlike the regular, big, bell-shaped species. Yorubas call them tatase. Bell peppers aren’t hot and spicy.

Piper guineense is a West African species of Piper; the spice derived from its dried fruit is known as Ashanti pepper, Benin pepper, Edo pepper, false cubeb, Guinea cubeb, and called locally kale, kukauabe, masoro, etiñkeni, sasema, soro wisa, eyendo, eshasha by the Urhobo people, Iyere, or ata-iyere by the Yoruba and oziza and uziza by the ...

2019年4月9日 · Looking for African peppers? At Sandia Seed, we love offering peppers from around the world to gardeners everywhere. If you want to grow African peppers, make sure to check out the Fatalii pepper. This extremely hot heirloom chile has a delicious fruity citrus flavor.

Are you looking to add some extra heat and spice to your diet? Check out these 6 incredible African pepper dishes, and tell us how many you have tried. As an African, you can say that about seven of ten traditional dishes are prepared with pepper, …

2013年10月7日 · The African bird's eye pepper is a vibrantly colored hot pepper found in the African wild, measuring 175,000 Scoville Heat Units, popular in soups, hot sauces and more.

Peppers have been used for centuries and all around the globe for the spice and flavor they add to meals. While some people cannot stand the heat, others love the spice. I would be mentioning a few peppers and their characteristics; BELL PEPPER. Alternate Names: Green pepper, red pepper, sweet bell pepper, capsicum

2024年12月22日 · African Black Pepper, a spice often overlooked in favor of its Asian counterpart, boasts a unique flavor profile and rich history deeply intertwined with the African continent. From its ancient origins to its modern culinary applications, this spice offers a world of flavor waiting to be explored.

2022年8月7日 · What Is Black Pepper Called In Nigeria? Piper guineense is commonly called West African Black Pepper or Ashanti pepper (Uziza in Igbo and Ata iyere in Yoruba). Is Uziza Seed same as black pepper? Some characteristics set them apart. The aroma of Uziza seeds is milder than the black pepper.