Igbasan Foods Egusi (Melon) – Jar, for Egusi Soup

Igbasan Foods egusi is West African melon seed in a resealable jar. It is the base of rich, nutty egusi soup, a Nigerian and Ghanaian favorite served with fufu, pounded yam or eba.

Key features

• Egusi (melon seed) for egusi soup
• Resealable jar keeps it fresh
• Nutty flavor that thickens the soup
• Buy 1, 2, 5 or 10 jars

How to use

Mix the egusi with a little water into a paste, or fry it in palm oil. Add stock, pepper, leafy greens such as ugu, and your meat or fish, then simmer until the egusi forms soft curds.

Details

• Brand: Igbasan Foods
• Size: see the jar
• Store closed in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening

Everything for egusi soup

Follow our egusi soup recipe and read what egusi is. Add dried ugu leaves and iru, or shop all egusi.

Related guide

Read Easy Egusi Soup Recipe (Nigerian-Style, with Fufu) for egusi soup step by step.

Pick up in Chicago or ship anywhere in the U.S.

Shop at Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60617, or order online for fast U.S. shipping.

Frequently asked questions

What is egusi?

The seed of a West African melon, dried and used to thicken and flavor soup.

Is this ground egusi or whole seeds?

See the jar label. For whole seeds, see our egusi seeds listing.

How should I store egusi?

Keep the jar closed in a cool, dry place and refrigerate after opening.

Where can I buy egusi near me?

At Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or online with U.S. shipping.