Dried Ukazi leaves (also known as Okazi, Eru, or Afang, scientific name Gnetum africanum) are a staple West African, dark green leafy vegetable used primarily to add texture, thickness, and a slightly bitter, earthy flavor to traditional soups and stews. A 2 oz (57g) package is typically equivalent to a "pack" or "bag" of shredded, dried, and sometimes vacuum-sealed leaves, commonly used in Nigerian and Cameroonian cuisine.