We all know what "Egusi" is, don't we? It's one of my best when it comes to soup. Thanks to my mum who also taught me how to mix ogbono (bush mango) with Egusi. Most Nigerians enjoy Egusi especially when taken with Pounded Yam. Now, let's get acquainted with this wonder seed.. It's scientific name is Citrullus Colocynthis. Cucumeropsis Manii is a species of melon in West Africa. Popularly regarded as Egusi in Yoruba and Agushi in Hausa. In English, it's known as white seed melon. It's plant is grown most times for the seed oil than for the fruit. The seeds are processed into soups and oil products and can be eaten individually as snack. This crop is significantly nutritional. Adequately high in protein, vitamins and minerals. The seed is 44% Oil, 30% Protein, 10% Carbohydrate and 3% Fiber. Vitamins like Thiamin, Niacin , B1 and B2 are also prevalent in the seed. Minerals like Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium, Manganese, Sulfur, Calcium, Ir