Shining Lights Farm LLCMinnesota Grown
Fresh African produce
A beloved Cameroonian leafy green grown fresh right here in Minnesota — rich in iron, vitamins A and C, and full of authentic flavor you cannot find at a regular grocery store.
Njama-Njama, also called huckleberry or African nightshade, is a dark leafy green native to Cameroon and Central Africa. The leaves are slightly bitter when raw but develop a rich, earthy depth when cooked. They are packed with iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C — making them one of the most nutritious greens grown on the farm.
Blanch the leaves briefly, then sauté with palm oil, onions, tomatoes, crayfish, and seasoning. Serve alongside corn fufu (achu), pounded yam, plantains, or rice. Njama-Njama also pairs beautifully with smoked fish or grilled chicken for a complete traditional meal.
In the Northwest and Southwest regions of Cameroon, no traditional gathering or celebration is complete without a pot of Njama-Njama. It is a defining dish of Cameroonian home cooking — a taste of home for the diaspora community across Minnesota and beyond.
Njama-Njama is typically available from late June through September, depending on the growing season. Quantities are limited. Contact the farm early in the season to plan your order.
Product availability may vary by season, harvest timing, and current demand.
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