Nut & Seed
Egusi Seed
About This Entry
Egusi seeds, from a West African melon, are ground into a thickening paste for hearty stews, with a nutty, slightly bitter flavor — that character pairs with an aromatic Gewürztraminer.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- brisket
- pumpkin seed
- tomato
At a Glance
Group
Seed Spices
Classification
Nuts & Seeds
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Citrullus colocynthis
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Egusi Seed
- Classification
- Nuts & Seeds
- Group
- Seed Spices
- Scientific name
- Citrullus colocynthis
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary