NEGRO PEPPER

NEGRO PEPPER

Negro Pepper is a powerful traditional spice with a rich aroma and deep cultural value across West Africa. Known locally as “Uda,” it is often used in cooking and herbal healing, particularly in soups and traditional postpartum care.

This unique spice is harvested from the Xylopia aethiopica tree, sun-dried naturally, and packaged whole to preserve its distinctive smoky scent and spicy taste. Uda spice is especially common in pepper soup, fish stew, and other native dishes. It adds both flavor and depth, making meals more nourishing and aromatic.

In traditional medicine, Negro Pepper is trusted for its many natural benefits. It’s believed to cleanse the womb after childbirth, relieve stomach aches, improve digestion, and help remove toxins from the body. Many women boil it with other herbs as part of postnatal care, while others use it in herbal teas to support general wellness.

To use, simply rinse and boil a few pods with your soup or mix with other spices like ginger, scent leaf, or uziza. The pepper infuses into the dish, releasing its aroma and health-boosting compounds. You can also blend it into powder if preferred.

Because it’s completely natural and free from artificial additives, Negro Pepper is safe for a variety of uses. It is also vegan-friendly and suitable for clean, healthy diets.

It stores well when kept in a cool, dry place and retains its flavor for several months. Whether you’re preparing a local meal or making a healing tea, this spice brings authenticity and health benefits to every pot.

To learn more about the science and traditional uses of Negro Pepper, visit Healthline’s article on African spices.

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