Grains of Peace
( In Pods)
(Cameroonian aframomum)
AKA'Grains of Didim, Jujube Pods (Africa), graines de la paix (French)
This Mild & Sweet West African spice, 8-10cm long cardamom like reddish brown fruit pod
that grows at the foot of the waterfalls of Ekomo, Cameroon.
Pod contains irregularly shaped red brown seeds with a remarkable citrus flavor, and light fruity- floral notes.
Flavor & Taste: Sensual & sweet, complex taste.
Uses: Used as a spicy aroma in soups and stews, or added as flavoring to various rices. Toast the pods in a pan firsT, simply crush lightly with pestle and mortar.