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Stockfish Bits (Okporoko) – Pre-Cut Norwegian-Style Dried Cod

Stockfish Bits (Okporoko) – Pre-Cut Norwegian-Style Dried Cod

Regular price $12.63 USD
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Stockfish is air-dried cod, a prized ingredient in Nigerian and West African cooking known as okporoko in Igbo and panla in Yoruba. These stockfish bits are pre-cut for convenience and add deep, savory flavor to egusi, ogbono, okra and bitter leaf soups.

Why shoppers choose our stockfish bits

  • Pre-cut pieces, with no sawing through hard dried fish
  • Rich, savory flavor for traditional soups
  • Long shelf life as a dried pantry staple
  • Ships in about 2 business days across the U.S., or pick up in Chicago

How to cook stockfish

  1. Soak the pieces in hot water for 1 to 2 hours (or overnight) to soften.
  2. Rinse well and boil with your meat until tender.
  3. Add to egusi soup, ogbono, okra or bitter leaf soup.

Frequently asked questions

What is stockfish?

Stockfish is unsalted cod that has been naturally air-dried. It's a staple in Nigerian soups and stews.

What is stockfish called in Nigeria?

Okporoko (Igbo) and panla (Yoruba).

Where can I buy stockfish near me?

Visit Yado African & Caribbean Market at 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or order online for U.S. shipping.

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