Organic Choice Akpi Seed 100g

Akpi seeds (Ricinodendron heudelotii) are small, aromatic, yellow-brown oilseeds from a West/Central African tree, commonly used as a potent, nutty thickener in traditional soups and stews. Rich in protein and fat, they are often ground for culinary seasoning or used in cosmetics for their purported skin-firming, moisturizing, and bust/hip-enhancing properties. 

Key Details About Akpi Seeds:

Culinary Usage: Known as djansang, njangsa, or wama, they are ground into a paste to thicken Egusi and palm nut soups, and added to meat/fish marinades.

Nutritional Value: They are high in proteins, oil, and potassium.

Health & Beauty: Used in traditional medicine to combat constipation and eye infections, and in beauty routines for skin-firming,, as well as but and hip enlargement when used as oil or mixed with shea butter.

Characteristics: They have a strong, slightly bitter, chocolate-like aroma.