Nigerian Stew Base | Esther's Ready Stew Spicy 16oz

Esther's Ready Stew (Spicy), a Ready-Made Nigerian Stew Base

Bold Nigerian red stew with real pepper heat, ready in minutes. Esther's Ready Stew Spicy is a cooked tomato, pepper and onion stew base. Heat it, add chicken, beef, goat, fish or eggs, and enjoy the taste of home without the long cooking.

How to Use It

• Quick stew: warm the stew in a pot, add fried or cooked meat or fish, and simmer 10 minutes.
• Jollof rice: use it as a spicy tomato base for jollof. See our Nigerian Jollof Rice Recipe.
• Rice and stew: spoon over white rice or ofada rice.
• With sides: serve with boiled yam, fried plantain (dodo), beans or eggs.

Choose Your Pack

Buy 1, 2, 5 or 10 jars and save on the bigger packs. Stock up for busy weeknights.

Prefer it gentler? Try Esther's Ready Stew Mild. Pairs well with: spices and seasoning, African groceries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it ready to eat?
Yes. It's fully cooked. Just heat it and add your protein or serve it over rice.

How spicy is it?
It has a noticeable pepper kick, like a classic party stew. If you're unsure, start with Mild.

Can I make jollof rice with it?
Yes. It replaces blending and frying your own tomato and pepper base.

How do I store it?
Keep unopened jars in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening and follow the date on the jar.

Size: 16 oz jar.