Afroase Pumpkin Leaves (Ugu) – 500g

Product Description:

Discover the authentic taste of traditional African cuisine with Afroase Pumpkin Leaves (Ugu). Widely known across West Africa as Ugu, these leaves are an essential ingredient in iconic dishes such as Egusi, Ogbono, and Edikang Ikong soups. They offer a rich, slightly earthy flavor and are packed with vital nutrients, including iron, folic acid, and vitamins A and C.

Product Details:

• Brand: Afroase

• Product Name: Pumpkin Leaves / Kürbisblätter / Ugu

• Net Weight: 500 g

• Form: Frozen / Finely Chopped

• Packaging: Sealed bag

Ingredients: 100% Pumpkin Leaves (Fluted Pumpkin Leaves / Telfairia occidentalis).

Nutritional Information (per 100g):

• Energy: ~147 kJ / 35 kcal

• Fat: < 0.5 g

  • of which saturates: 0.1 g

• Carbohydrates: 4.2 g

  • of which sugars: 0.8 g

• Fibre: 2.8 g

• Protein: 3.1 g

• Salt: < 0.01 g

Cooking & Usage: Perfect for African soups, stews, and vegetable side dishes. Add directly to your simmering pot during the final minutes of cooking to retain maximum color, flavor, and nutrition.

Storage Instructions: Keep frozen at -18°C or below. Once thawed, do not refreeze.