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Eru leaf
Eru yaprağı
Homeland
The rainforests of Central and West Africa
Season
Year-round
Nutrition values
Per 100 g, raw
| Energy | — kcal |
| Carbohydrate | — g |
| of which sugars | — g |
| Fiber | — g |
| Protein | — g |
| Fat | — g |
Did you know?
The dark green, thick and tough leaves of a rainforest vine, known as okazi, afang or eru. Because they are so tough they are shredded hair-thin and stewed with oil and ground nuts. Gathered from the wild in Cameroon and Nigeria, the plant is declining from over-harvesting.
Consumption tip
Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.