Praise Abemudro Palm Cream With Herbs (Sauce Graine) is a pre-prepared concentrate of West African palm nut soup, rich in flavor and creamy in texture. It features a base of palm cream infused with aromatic herbs, creating an authentic taste of the region's cuisine, particularly enjoyed in Nigeria and Cameroon. This product is versatile, used to make various dishes by simmering it with meats, vegetables, or seafood, and is noted for its nutritional value, containing vitamins A, E, and K, and being cholesterol-free.
Key Characteristics:
Flavor Profile:A rich, creamy, and aromatic flavor from the palm cream and infused herbs.
Culinary Uses:Primarily used as a base for Sauce Graine (Banga Soup), which is a popular West African soup and stew. It can be simmered with various ingredients like fish, meat, or vegetables to create a complete dish.
Origin:A culinary treasure from West Africa.
Ingredients:Made from the juice of palm fruit, enriched with herbs.
Nutritional Value:Naturally rich in vitamins (A, E, K) and magnesium, and is a cholesterol-free food.
Texture:A smooth, rich, and creamy consistency.
Convenience:Comes as a pre-prepared, canned, or packaged concentrate, making it easy to use for home cooks.
How it's used:
It serves as a concentrate, so it needs to be diluted and cooked with water or broth.
It can be enhanced with spices, vegetables, and proteins such as fish, chicken, or beef.
It's a staple in Nigerian cuisine, particularly among the Urhobo and Itsekiri people of the Delta State, where it's called Amiedi and Obey-Ekpo, respectively.