Banga spices are a traditional Nigerian seasoning blend, primarily used for making Banga soup (also known as Ofe Akwu), which gives the dish its distinctive rich, deep, and earthy flavor.
The exact composition varies, but a typical blend includes ingredients such as Obenetietien (a spice leaf), Beletete, Aidan fruit, Rohojie, the Oburunbebe stick, onions, chili, and salt.
Banga spices are not a single product with a standard nutritional profile, but rather a blend of various herbs and spices, including Aidan fruit, Rohojie, Obenetietien, Oburunbebe, Onilo, Ataiko, iruguje, erhe, gbafulo, scotch bonnet, and onions. While specific nutritional values depend on the exact ingredients, the blend contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, vitamins (A, C, E, K), and minerals (iron, manganese, calcium), which can support immunity, vision, blood cell formation, and reduce inflammation.