Sun Dried Scent Leaf (efirin) 25g

Description

Sun Dried Scent Leaf (Efirin) 25g is a dried Nigerian herb with a distinctive aromatic, slightly peppery flavour — traditionally used to season pepper soup and other West African stews.

Buy Sun Dried Scent Leaf online in the UK from Surulere Foods — we deliver herbs and spices to addresses across the UK with fast, tracked nationwide delivery.

Product details

• Also known as: Efirin, nchanwu
• Used in: Pepper soup, stews
• Origin: Nigerian

How to use

• Crumble a pinch into pepper soup or stews towards the end of cooking for fresh aroma.
• Use sparingly — dried scent leaf has a concentrated, peppery aroma.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry cupboard away from direct sunlight.
• Keep tightly sealed after opening to retain aroma.

Frequently asked

What is scent leaf used for?

Scent leaf (efirin) is widely used in Nigerian cooking, especially in pepper soup, for its distinctive aromatic flavour.

Is this fresh or dried?

This is the sun-dried form, sold ready to use straight from the pack.

Ingredients

Dried scent leaf.