How to Ferment cooked African oil bean seed ( Ugba )
Fermenting Ugba is key to enjoying Ugba related dishes. Ugba is sliced African oil bean seed (Pentaclethra macrophylla) which is a popular ingredient in eastern Nigerian cuisine. This post will show how To ferment Ugba in case you find yourself in the same situation I found myself recently
Prep Time 10 minutes
fermentation time 3 days
Servings
Ingredients
- 500 g already processed Ugba (processed means cooked and sliced but not fermented)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Put the processed Ugba in a bowl that has a lid
- Sprinkle the salt over it and mix in thoroughly by hand.
- Cover the bowl with the lid
- Store in a warm place for 3 to 5 days see recipe notes
- Divide the Ugba into two small freezer bags and store in the freezer till ready to use.
Notes
How to know if the Ugba is fermented
- The color will change from light gray or beige to a dark brown color
- The Ugba will be softened