Illustration of Nimí Dried Locust Beans in a woven basket

Nimí Dried Locust Beans

Sun-dried whole beans, built to travel

Whole beans, sun-dried rather than milled, for cooks who prefer the traditional texture but need something shelf-stable — a favourite with diaspora buyers packing beans for the trip home.

How to use it

Rinse briefly in warm water to soften before adding to soups, or crush lightly for a stronger release of flavour. Reconstitutes well in any dish that usually calls for iru.

Storage

Keeps well at room temperature in a sealed container, away from direct sunlight and moisture, for several months — this is the variant built for travel and long storage.