A structured Nigerian flavour reference

The Nigerian Spice Index A–Z

Explore 76 ingredients and seasonings

The Nigerian Spice Index documents the spices, herbs, peppers, leaves, fermented seasonings, flavouring ingredients and blends used across Nigerian cooking.

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Vanilla pods

International Spice

Widely used in Nigerian cooking

Vanilla

Aromatic • Sweet

An aromatic flavouring from cured vanilla pods, used in drinks, desserts and baking.

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