Quick answer
Fermented locust beans (Dawadawa, Iru): Soumbala (dawadawa) is a powerful condiment of fermented locust beans, typical of the North. Ours comes from Maroua, in Cameroon’s Far North region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Soumbala
- Scientific name
- Parkia biglobosa
- Also known as
- Dawadawa, Iru
- Origin
- Maroua, Diamaré · Far North
- Category
- Spices & seasonings
- Type
- Semi-processed
- Available formats
- Balls, powder
- Delivery
- Dry · ships everywhere
What is Fermented locust beans?
Soumbala (dawadawa) is a powerful condiment of fermented locust beans, typical of the North.
Its scientific name is Parkia biglobosa. It is also known as Dawadawa, Iru.
Where does Fermented locust beans come from?
Our Fermented locust beans comes from Maroua, Diamaré, in the Far North region (capital Maroua). Growing areas in the region: Maroua, Mokolo, Kousséri, Yagoua, Kaélé. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Fermented locust beans?
Cameroonian spices are roasted, ground and blended: they give each sauce its identity.
You will find it in these dishes: Sorghum fufu & roselle-leaf sauce, Lalo, Baobab leaf sauce, Millet fufu & dried okra sauce.
Pack size: 150 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: balls, powder.
How should you store Fermented locust beans?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Where to buy Fermented locust beans in Europe, the US and Canada
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fermented locust beans called in French?
In French: Soumbala. Other names: Dawadawa, Iru.
Which dishes use Fermented locust beans?
Sorghum fufu & roselle-leaf sauce, Lalo, Baobab leaf sauce, Millet fufu & dried okra sauce.
How do I store Fermented locust beans?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Can Fermented locust beans be shipped outside Cameroon?
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada.
Is it organic?
We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.
