Ogiri

Ogiri also called Ogiri Ijebu is a flavoring made of fermented oil seeds, such as sesame seeds or egusi seeds. The process and product are similar to iru or douchi. Its smell is similar to cheese, miso, or stinky tofu.

Ogiri is best known in West Africa. It is popular among the Yoruba people. Ogiri among the Igbo people of Nigeria is different and similar to Iru Pete.

Ogiri made in the traditional West African way contains: Egusi seeds, sesame seeds, salt, and water