Other Culinary Flavouring
Widely used in Nigerian cookingSpring Onion
Fresh • Savoury
A fresh allium used for mild onion flavour, colour and finishing freshness.
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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.
31 ingredient records
Alphabetical by default
International Spice
Widely used in Nigerian cookingStar Anise
Aromatic • Sweet
A strongly anise-scented dried fruit spice used sparingly in drinks, broths and blends.
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International Herb
Widely used in Nigerian cookingSweet Basil
Aromatic • Herbal
A soft aromatic herb used fresh or dried in sauces, stews and contemporary dishes.
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International Herb
Widely used in Nigerian cookingThyme
Herbal • Savoury
A savoury aromatic herb widely used in Nigerian rice, stews, meat dishes and seasoning blends.
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Root
Widely used in Nigerian cookingTurmeric
Earthy • Warming
A golden rhizome used fresh or ground for earthy flavour and vivid colour.
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International Spice
Widely used in Nigerian cookingVanilla
Aromatic • Sweet
An aromatic flavouring from cured vanilla pods, used in drinks, desserts and baking.
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International Spice
Widely used in Nigerian cookingWhite Pepper
Earthy • Peppery
A pepper spice used for focused heat and a distinctive fermented-earthy aroma.
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