| Technology Title: | Processing of locust beans into Local Seasoning called 'Dadawa' |
| Description: | The Locust bean tree is a hard wood tree that grows in the Northern parts of Cross-River state. It
bears fruits in clusters of hanging pods. The pods which carry seeds embedded in a pulp like
material turns from green to brown at maturity. When the fruits are mature they are harvested
using a long hook-like stick or allowed to fall to the ground on their own. The processing of
locust beans into Dawadawa involves extracting the seeds from their pods, removing their seed
coat, and fermenting them. The result is a strong smelling Dawadawa which is a favorite
seasoning in most parts of Nigeria. |
| State Found: | Borno |
| Location: | Bekwara and Obudu LGAs, Cross River State |
| Material(s) Used: | Locust bean seed, water |
| Machine: | Perforated pot, Calabash, Mortar and pestle, Wood fire, Basket/Locally woven tray, Leaves/Nylon. |
| View Flowchare (Image): | View flowchart |
| View Full Description (PDF): | Open Document |
| Watch the Process (Video): | Play video > |