{"product_id":"stockfish-head-okporoko","title":"Stockfish Head (Okporoko)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Soul of West African Soups.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStockfish Head\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as \u003cem\u003eIsi\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eOkporoko\u003c\/em\u003e in Igbo, is one of the most prized and flavourful ingredients in West African cooking. Air-dried and preserved to perfection, stockfish head imparts a deep, distinctive umami richness that transforms any soup or stew into a truly authentic, soul-satisfying meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non-negotiable ingredient in \u003cem\u003eOfe Onugbu (Bitter Leaf Soup)\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eOha Soup\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEgusi Soup\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eOfe Akwu (Banga Soup)\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003ePepper Soup\u003c\/em\u003e, stockfish head is the secret behind the bold, complex depth of flavour that makes Nigerian soups legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep, Rich Flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adds unmatched umami depth to soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally Preserved\u003c\/strong\u003e — Air-dried with no additives or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh in Protein\u003c\/strong\u003e — A nutritious, protein-rich addition to your meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic West African\u003c\/strong\u003e — A staple in Nigerian, Ghanaian \u0026amp; broader West African cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e — Essential in a wide range of traditional soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak in warm water for 30–60 minutes to rehydrate before cooking. Wash thoroughly, then add to your soup or stew during cooking. Simmer until tender for maximum flavour release. Use in bitter leaf soup, egusi soup, banga soup, oha soup, or pepper soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo soup is complete without Okporoko.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mama JP African Market","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53074136990012,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53074137022780,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/4135\/6860\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay20_2026_10_00_09PM.png?v=1779307252","url":"https:\/\/mamajpafricanmarket.co.za\/products\/stockfish-head-okporoko","provider":"Mama JP African Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}