Periwinkles

Dried Periwinkles are a treasured West African delicacy, prized for their sweet, briny flavor and tender, succulent texture. These small sea snails are a protein-rich ingredient essential to Nigerian and coastal West African cuisine, bringing the taste of the ocean to soups, stews, and rice dishes. 

How to Use: Rinse thoroughly and soak in warm water for 1 to 2 hours minutes to rehydrate. Add to okra soup, ogbono soup, seafood soups, pepper soups, or traditional stews. Make sure to rinse thoroughly in clod water before cooking to remove any sandy residues from the ocean. 

Origin: West Africa.

Rich in protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, periwinkles add authentic coastal flavor and nutritional value to your cooking. Experience the traditional taste of West African seafood cuisine with these premium dried periwinkles.

• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• High protein

Flavor Profile : Sweet, briny, and oceanic with a delicate seafood essence that enriches broths and sauces without overpowering other ingredients.

Pairs Well With: Palm oil, crayfish, stockfish, dried fish, tomatoes, peppers, onions, uziza, scent leaves, and traditional West African spice blends.

Ingredients:

• Oil Bean Seed

Heat Level: 4.0/5