Fresh Utazi – Aromatic and Flavorful Herb for Dishes

Bring a burst of unique flavor to your meals with fresh utazi, a popular and aromatic herb in Nigerian cooking. Known for its slightly bitter yet earthy taste, utazi adds a distinctive touch to stews, soups, and meat dishes. Whether you’re making traditional pepper soup, sauce, or any other Nigerian delicacy, utazi brings an authentic, flavorful punch.

Perfect for Nigerian Dishes:

• Pepper Soup: A must-have in fish or goat meat pepper soup, utazi enhances the flavor with its aromatic and slightly bitter note.
• Nigerian Stews: Add utazi to your beef or goat meat stew for a unique, bold flavor.
• Grilled Meats: Use utazi leaves as a garnish for grilled meats like suya or kebabs.
• Egusi Soup: A sprinkle of utazi complements the rich, savory flavors of egusi soup.
• Rice Dishes: Stir utazi into fried rice or coconut rice to give your meal a fresh, herbal touch.

Why Choose Our Fresh Utazi?

• Distinctive Flavor: Known for its unique balance of bitterness and aromatic flavor, it adds depth to any dish.
• Fresh and Authentic: Handpicked to provide a vibrant, fresh taste, ensuring your meals are full of traditional Nigerian flavor.
• Versatile: Ideal for soups, stews, grilled dishes, and rice preparations.
• Health Benefits: Utazi is believed to have digestive benefits and is often used for its medicinal properties in Nigerian herbal medicine.

Cooking Tips:

1. Add at the End: To preserve its flavor, add fresh utazi towards the end of cooking, as heat can mellow its bitterness.
2. Use Sparingly: Utazi has a strong flavor, so use it sparingly to avoid overpowering other ingredients in your dish.
3. Garnish: Use utazi leaves fresh as a garnish for grilled meats or stews for an aromatic finish.

Storage Tips:

• Keep fresh utazi in a cool, dry place or refrigerate to retain its flavor and color.
• Wrap the leaves in a damp paper towel and store in a plastic bag for better freshness.

Recipe:

Pepper Soup with Utazi

1. Ingredients:
   • 1 kg goat meat or fish
   • 2 tablespoons utazi, chopped
   • 1 onion, chopped
   • 2-3 seasoning cubes
   • 1 tablespoon ground pepper
   • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
   • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
   • Salt to taste
2. Instructions:
   1. In a pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in vegetable oil until fragrant.
   2. Add the meat or fish and water, bringing it to a boil.
   3. Add the seasoning cubes, pepper, and salt. Let it simmer until the meat or fish is cooked.
   4. Stir in the chopped utazi leaves and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
   5. Serve hot with pounded yam or rice.

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Fresh utazi is the perfect way to elevate your Nigerian dishes, providing an authentic, aromatic taste that enhances the flavor profile of your favorite meals.