Akaun/ kaun/potash 100g

Akaun, also known as kaun or edible potash, is a locally-produced cooking condiment in Nigeria that’s rich in potassium:

Flavor: Adds a distinct flavor to food

Emulsification: Emulsifies palm oil and water

Cooking time: Shortens cooking time for dishes like beans and ukwa

Soup draw: Increases the “draw” of mucilaginous soups like okro

Tenderizing: Tenderizes tough cuts of meat

Akaun is used in dishes like Nkwobi, Isi ewu, Abacha, and Piom piom. To use akaun, you can dissolve it in water and pass it through a sieve to remove particles.

Akaun is more popular among the Yorubas, but other tribes also use it.