{"product_id":"ofor-soup-thickener","title":"Ofor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic West African Ofor Soup Thickener\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOfor is a traditional West African soup thickener derived from the dried and ground seeds of the \u003cem\u003eDetarium microcarpum\u003c\/em\u003e plant, widely used across Igbo and other Nigerian cuisines. Prized for its natural thickening power, Ofor delivers a smooth, rich consistency to soups and stews without altering their flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural \u0026amp; Unprocessed\u003c\/strong\u003e – 100% pure, dried, and ground Ofor seeds with no additives or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Thickener\u003c\/strong\u003e – A small amount goes a long way, giving your soups a hearty, velvety texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e – Enhances the depth of traditional soups like Oha, Bitterleaf, and Egusi without overpowering them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works beautifully in a wide range of West African soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ready to use straight from the pack; simply add to your simmering pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd a small quantity of Ofor directly to your boiling soup or stew and stir well. Allow to simmer for 5–10 minutes until the desired thickness is achieved. Adjust quantity to preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOha soup, Bitterleaf soup, Nsala (White soup), Egusi soup, and other traditional Nigerian and West African dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBring the taste of home to your kitchen — every pot, every time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mama JP African Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53070731673916,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/4135\/6860\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay19_2026_03_38_02PM_6cf53eb2-422d-4d3b-9448-db2e7ce05693.png?v=1779204332","url":"https:\/\/mamajpafricanmarket.co.za\/products\/ofor-soup-thickener","provider":"Mama JP African Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}