Names of herbs and spices in Yoruba Language
NAMES OF HERBS & SPICES IN YORUBA Language
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Introduction
What is Herbs and Spices?
Herbs and Spices are natural flavoring agents used in cooking to enhance the taste, aroma, and overall appeal of various dishes.
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Let’s break down what each of these terms means:
Herbs:
- Herbs are the leaves, stems, or flowers of plants. They are typically used fresh or dried.
- Common culinary herbs include basil, thyme, rosemary, mint, cilantro (coriander), parsley, oregano, dill, chives, sage, and bay leaves.
- Herbs add freshness, fragrance, and subtle flavors to dishes. They are often used in salads, sauces, marinades, and as garnishes.
Spices:
- Spices come from various parts of plants, such as seeds, bark, roots, or fruits. They can be used whole, ground, or as spice blends.
NAME OF HERBS & SPICES IN YORUBA
Tiger nut - Ofio
Onion - Alubọsa
Ginger - Atalẹ
Bell pepper - Tataṣe
Garlic - Ayù
Kola nut - Obi
Cinnamon - Oriira
Walnut - Awùsá/Àsálà
Spring onion - Alubọsa Elewe
Bitter Kola - Orogbo
Basil - Efinrin
Bitterleaf - Ewuro
Indigo plant - Èlú (Aro)
Shea butter - Òrí
Chilli pepper/Bonnet - Ata rodo
Alligator pepper - Atare
Grape - Eso Àjàrà
Water letuce - Ojú oró
Nutmeg - Aríwó
Dates - Labidun
Bitter melon - Ejirin wewe
Eggplant - Igba/Ikan
Cayenne pepper - Ṣọmbọ
Tumeric - Ajo (Atalẹ pupa)
Marijuana - Igbó
Corn silk - Irukere agbado
Lemon - Ijaganyin
Jute - Ewedu
Tamarind - Awin
Pumpkin - Elégédé
Lime - Osan wewe
Bamboo - Oparun
Moringa - Ewelẹ
Watermelon - Ibara
Wild lettuce - Ẹfọ Yanrin
Aloe vera - Eti Erin
Milkweed - Bomubomu
Roselle Hibiscus - Iṣapa
Cucumber - Apálá
Camwood - Osùn
Plum -Ìgọ
Hog plum - Ìyeyè
Almond - Ofio omu
Miracle berry - Agbayun
Black pepper - Iyere
Lotus plant- Oṣibata
Bush mango - Oro
Fig - Ọ̀pọ̀tọ́ (Eeya)
Siam weed - Ewe Akintola
Raffia palm - Ògùrọ
Earth chestnut - Botuje
Sugar cane - Ireke
Bush mango (seed) - Àpòn
Waterleaf - Ẹfọ Gbure
Ackee - Iṣin
Bambara nut - Ẹpa roro/Orubu
Spinach - Ẹfọ Tẹtẹ
Cloves - Kanafuru
Breadfruit - Gbere
Parsley - Isako
Palm kernel - Ekuro
Dates - Aran, Labidun
Beniseed - Gogo, Gorigo
Asparagus - Aluki
Velvet bean - Werepe
Locust plant - Igba
Sage - Kiriwi
Soursop - Eko omode
Pigeon pea - Otiili
Custard Apple - Afon, Abo
Datura - Gegemu
Castor bean - Laara
Barbadus nut - Lapalapa
Lemon grass - Koriko oba
Starbur - Dagunro
Jack bean - Sèsé
Miracle leaf - Abamoda
Wiregrass - Ewe eran
Note
Note that pronunciations vary according to which side of the Yoruba States individuals are from.
Conclusion
In conclusion, herbs and spices are essential components of cooking, allowing chefs and home cooks to create diverse and flavorful meals.
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