Brèdes Mafana CODAL - Malagasy Canned Vegetable - 400g

Brèdes mafana CODAL - Malagasy Food Product - 400g from Madagascar - an authentic product selected by NKOSI for its exceptional quality. 400g format.

Brèdes mafana CODAL: an authentic culinary journey on your plate. Discover this unique Malagasy vegetable that brings a characteristic tingling, prickling sensation, a true signature of Madagascar's cuisine.

✨ Why choose these brèdes?

• Malagasy speciality: an emblematic vegetable of Madagascar
• Unique taste: a tingling, prickling sensation
• CODAL brand: a reference for Malagasy products
• Ready to cook: prepared leaves
• African tradition: authenticity preserved

🍽️ Recommended uses

Ideal for preparing traditional Malagasy dishes, vegetable stews or as an accompaniment. Cook with meat or fish for a complete dish.

🌍 Malagasy tradition

Brèdes mafana are a leafy vegetable much loved in Madagascar for their unique pungent taste that pleasantly tingles the tongue.

💡 Preparation tips

Cook for a long time to soften the tingling if desired. Add coconut milk for extra mildness. Store in a dry place.

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A product rooted in African and Caribbean culinary traditions - This ingredient is part of the gastronomic heritage of Africa and the Caribbean. Consumed for generations, it brings the authentic flavours that characterise these generous cuisines.

Origins and cultural heritage — brèdes mafana CODAL

Brèdes mafana (Acmella oleracea) are an aromatic plant native to South America, introduced to Madagascar and Réunion. Characterised by their unique tingling effect in the mouth (spilanthol), they are essential to the Malagasy romazava.

Culinary uses — brèdes mafana CODAL

• Malagasy romazava: a signature ingredient, with meat and anamamy.
• Brèdes mafana soup: with garlic, ginger, beef.
• Revisited Thai stir-fry: with coconut milk and red curry.
• Invigorating broth: 10 leaves in 1 L of chicken stock.
• Bold garnish: 2 leaves per plate of grilled fish.

Benefits and nutritional profile — brèdes mafana CODAL

The spilanthol in brèdes mafana is studied for its local anaesthetic effects (used in traditional dentistry). It provides vitamin C, iron and antioxidants. The unique tingling effect makes it a singular culinary experience.