African Sun Dried Uziza Leaves

Dried Uziza Leaves, from the Piper guineense plant, are a cherished spice in West African cooking, especially Nigerian cuisine. They offer a distinctively peppery and slightly bitter flavor that adds warmth and depth to dishes like egusi soup, ogbono soup, and pepper soup.

Once dried, the leaves develop a more earthy, aromatic profile, and are typically added toward the end of cooking to preserve their bold taste. You can use them whole or crushed, and they pair beautifully with ingredients like crayfish, stockfish, and palm oil.