{"product_id":"flavor-foundations-foraged-and-aromatic","title":"Flavor Foundations: Foraged \u0026 Aromatic","description":"\u003c!--\n  INDEEGENUS — Product Description HTML\n  Kit 3: Flavor Foundations: Foraged \u0026 Aromatic\n  URL: \/products\/flavor-foundations-foraged-and-aromatic\n  ACTION: Create new product — paste into Shopify product editor \u003e Description (HTML mode)\n  Meta title: Flavor Foundations: Foraged \u0026 Aromatic – Indeegenus\n  Meta description (157 chars): Iru, Country Onion, and Nigerian Ginger — three indigenous West African aromatics in 1oz pouches. For broth development, fermentation, and ingredient-driven depth.\n--\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.8em; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #e3b136; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003ePart of the Chef Discovery Program  ·  Wholesale credit included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree indigenous West African ingredients for building flavor from the ground up.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #E3B136; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0; font-style: italic; color: #1c1c1c; background: #F6F2EB;\"\u003eThe most interesting flavors in West African cooking are not the loudest ones. They are the ones that build.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set introduces three ingredients that define the aromatic and umami foundation of Nigerian cooking — Iru, Country Onion, and Nigerian Ginger. None of these are easy to find through conventional distributors. All three are foundational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to these ingredients? That's exactly the point of starting here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pouch is sized for real kitchen testing, not sampling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/iru\"\u003eIru (Fermented Locust Beans)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #e3b136;\"\u003eUmami · Deep · Fermented\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the most important ingredients in West African cooking, and one of the least understood outside it. Iru is a fermented condiment made from locust beans with a deep, savory, funky profile comparable to miso or doenjang in umami depth. Use as a base in soups, stews, and sauces. Add early in cooking to build the flavor foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/country-onion-powder\"\u003eCountry Onion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #e3b136;\"\u003eAromatic · Earthy · Layered\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA native West African seed with a warm, resinous, onion-forward aroma. Used in pepper soup, broths, and spice blends. Adds a native aromatic layer that no conventional spice replicates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/nigerian-ginger\"\u003eNigerian Ginger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #e3b136;\"\u003eBright · Sharp · High volatile oil content\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNigerian ginger has a significantly higher essential oil content than most kitchen ginger — sharper, more aromatic, with a longer finish. Use in spice blends, marinades, broth bases, and any application where ginger is a primary flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Iru at the start of cooking as a base — treat it the way you would miso or a fermented paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToast Country Onion lightly before grinding to open the aromatic profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Nigerian Ginger in any recipe calling for ginger — start with a smaller quantity than you would typically use; it carries further.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine all three in a broth base for a foundational West African stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese three ingredients sit at the intersection of fermentation, native aromatics, and high-intensity spice — three areas of growing interest in contemporary cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of them are novelty ingredients. All three have centuries of culinary application behind them. This set is a practical introduction to that depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroth development and fermentation-focused cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks and chefs interested in indigenous ingredient sourcing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauce and condiment development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone curious about what West African cooking is actually built on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAllergen Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIru (fermented locust beans) is produced from a legume and may be relevant for guests with soy or legume sensitivities. Full ingredient information available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCooking Professionally?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe $36 you spend here comes off your first wholesale order with Indeegenus. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:wholesale@indeegenus.com\"\u003ewholesale@indeegenus.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your order number to apply the credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; background: #1C1C1C; color: #e3b136; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em;\" href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/pages\/wholesale\"\u003eExplore Wholesale →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady for More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop full-size quantities:   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/iru\"\u003eIru\u003c\/a\u003e  ·  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/country-onion-powder\"\u003eCountry Onion\u003c\/a\u003e  ·  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/collections\/native-spices\/products\/nigerian-ginger\"\u003eNigerian Ginger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in sourcing these at scale? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:wholesale@indeegenus.com\"\u003ewholesale@indeegenus.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E3B136; margin: 24px 0; opacity: 0.4;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree indigenous West African ingredients — Iru, Country Onion, and Nigerian Ginger — in 1oz exploration-size pouches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Iru the same as fermented soy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — Iru is made from locust beans, not soy. The fermentation process produces a similar umami depth, but the flavor profile and source ingredient are distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow strong is Nigerian Ginger compared to regular ginger?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSignificantly stronger. It has a higher essential oil content and carries further in cooking. Start with less than you would normally use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this set beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — these ingredients are less familiar than the Nigerian Spice Mixes set, but the How to Use section gives you a clear starting point. Unfamiliar is not the same as difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-based friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All three ingredients are plant-based.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking professionally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe $36 you spend here comes off your first wholesale order. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:wholesale@indeegenus.com\"\u003ewholesale@indeegenus.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your order number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order larger quantities?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — email \u003ca href=\"mailto:wholesale@indeegenus.com\"\u003ewholesale@indeegenus.com\u003c\/a\u003e to discuss wholesale minimums and lead times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 * 1oz Pouches","offer_id":50174658773229,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/6497\/4573\/files\/heritage-flavor-set-3352786.png?v=1767636366","url":"https:\/\/indeegenus.com\/products\/flavor-foundations-foraged-and-aromatic","provider":"Indeegenus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}