✨ Uda (Negro Pepper) is a traditional African spice known for its bold, smoky aroma and warm, spiced depth. Sourced from the dried pods of the Xylopia aethiopica tree, it delivers a distinctive flavor that is both grounding and expressive.

When cracked or ground, Uda releases a rich, slightly peppery heat layered with smoky, almost woody notes—making it a defining ingredient in many heritage dishes. It is especially prized in pepper soups and traditional broths, where its presence adds depth, warmth, and complexity.

Rooted in ancestral culinary practices, Camasi’s Uda (Negro Pepper) brings authenticity, intensity, and a signature aromatic finish to every dish.

🌍 Flavor Profile

• Heat Level: Mild to Medium 🔥
• Taste: Smoky • Spicy • Slightly Bitter • Woody
• Aroma: Deep • Warm • Intensely aromatic

🍲 Culinary Uses

• Pepper soup (signature spice)
• Traditional soups and broths
• Ground into spice blends
• Used whole for slow infusion in cooking
• Combined with Ehuru, Uziza, and other spices

🌿 Why It’s Special

• A heritage African spice with distinctive identity
• Adds smoky warmth and depth to dishes
• Used both whole and ground for versatility
• A key element in traditional spice systems

⚠️ Preparation Note

Uda (Negro Pepper) is often lightly crushed or used whole during cooking, then removed or blended depending on preference.

Curated by CaMasi Foods™ — bringing warmth, depth, and ancestral spice traditions to the heart of African cooking.