THE MAISON

LE S BASES DE LA SOUPE

The Maison
Heritage Soup
Foundations & Thickeners Collection

Discover the heritage ingredients at the heart of West African soups: egusi, ogbono, ground ede, and achi. This considered collection brings together traditional soup foundations and thickeners to give beloved recipes their familiar depth and body.

1. Premium Ground Egusi (Melon Seeds)

Whole Nigerian egusi melon seeds arranged on a light Maison-style background

The Heart of the Pot. Finely ground egusi brings a rich, nutty foundation to classic West African soups, stews, and sauces. Its full-bodied character pairs beautifully with leafy greens and traditional seasonings for the comforting depth of a well-made pot.


PRODUCT DETAILS

NET WEIGHT1 lb (454 g)
INGREDIENTS100% Ground Egusi (Melon Seeds)
BEST FOR

Egusi soup, vegetable soups, stews, and sauces


$19.00

2. Premium Ground Ogbono (Bush Mango Seeds)

The Silky Draw. Ground ogbono is the heart of the beloved draw soup, creating its characteristic silky texture and mellow, nutty flavor. A cherished ingredient for preparing ogbono soup and other traditional variations.


PRODUCT DETAILS

NET WEIGHT8 oz
INGREDIENTS100% Ground Ogbono (African Bush Mango Seeds)
BEST FOROgbono Soup and Traditional Draw Soups

$17.00

3. Premium Ground Ede (Cocoyam Powder)

Whole Ede cocoyam tubers arranged on a neutral stone surface

Silky Heritage Texture. Ground cocoyam lends smooth body to traditional soups without crowding their flavor. Add gradually to Oha, Onugbu, Nsala, and vegetable soups, then simmer until fully cooked for a gently thickened finish.

 


PRODUCT DETAILS

NET WEIGHT8 oz
INGREDIENTS100% Ground Ede (Cocoyam)
BEST FOROha, Onugbu, Nsala, and Vegetable Soups

$15.00

4. Premium Ground Achi

Refined Smoothness. Finely milled achi adds a gentle, dependable thickening touch while allowing each soup’s flavors to shine. Blend with cool water or broth, add gradually, and cook through in Oha, Onugbu, Nsala, and vegetable soups.


PRODUCT DETAILS

NET WEIGHT4 oz
INGREDIENTS100% Ground Achi
BEST FOROha, Onugbu, Nsala, Vegetable, and Palm Nut Soups

$11.00

From Our Roots
To Your Table


Every ingredient in the Maison collection is chosen with respect for heritage, prepared with uncompromising care, and offered with quiet confidence—so that every meal begins with authenticity and every tradition continues at the table.