Ground Ogbono (Wild Mango Seed) for Ogbono Soup – Igbasan Foods

Ogbono is ground African wild mango seed (Irvingia gabonensis), the key ingredient in Nigeria's famous ogbono soup (draw soup). When cooked, ground ogbono thickens into a rich, silky, "drawy" soup with a deep nutty flavor, perfect with fufu, pounded yam or garri.

Why shoppers choose Igbasan Foods ogbono

• Finely ground ogbono, ready to cook with no grinding needed
• Great draw and thickness for authentic ogbono soup
• Rich, nutty flavor
• Ships in about 2 business days across the U.S., or pick up in Chicago

How to make ogbono soup

1. Cook your meat or fish with onion, salt and Maggi until tender, keeping the stock.
2. Heat palm oil in a pot over low heat, add the ground ogbono and stir until it melts and dissolves (about 1 to 2 minutes).
3. Gradually add the hot stock while stirring, until the soup draws.
4. Add crayfish, pepper and seasoning, then simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Stir in bitter leaf, ugwu or spinach, cook for 3 more minutes, and serve with fufu.

You'll also need

• Red palm oil
• Maggi cubes
• Fufu, pounded yam or garri

Related guides

Full recipe: Ogbono soup (draw soup). Serve it with yam flour for amala or fufu, and season with crayfish and cubes.

Frequently asked questions

What is ogbono made from?

Ogbono is the dried, ground kernel of the African bush mango (wild mango) seed.

Why won't my ogbono soup draw?

Dissolve the ogbono in warm (not smoking-hot) palm oil first, add stock gradually, and avoid overcooking with too much water.

Can I mix ogbono and egusi?

Yes. Egusi-ogbono soup is a popular combination. Cook the egusi first, then add dissolved ogbono.

How should I store ogbono?

Keep sealed in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate or freeze after opening, since the natural oils can go rancid.

How much ogbono for one pot?

About 1/2 cup of ground ogbono thickens a family pot of 4 to 6 servings.

Where can I buy ogbono near me?

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