Nigeria
Ukwa
A respected Igbo food from southeastern Nigeria, Ukwa uses the edible seeds of Treculia africana, eaten fresh or roasted and commonly cooked into porridge with potash, palm oil, and seasonings.
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About this dish
It is a traditional and respected food particularly amongst the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria.The seeds can be eaten fresh or roasted, but are most commonly prepared as a porridge cooked with Potash (ankawu), palm oil, and seasonings. It is considered a good source of vitamins and minerals, especially protein.