Best Isi-Ewu (Goat Head) in Edmonton

About Our Isi-Ewu (Goat Head)

Isi-Ewu is a traditional Igbo delicacy from southeastern Nigeria, made from carefully prepared goat head meat. At The Tantalizers African House, we honour this time-honoured recipe by slow-cooking the goat head until the meat is exceptionally tender, then tossing it in a vibrant, spicy sauce made with palm oil, ground ehuru (calabash nutmeg), utazi leaves, potash, and scotch bonnet peppers.

The dish is traditionally served in a wooden mortar and is a centrepiece at celebrations, gatherings, and festive occasions across Igbo land. The unique combination of nutty ehuru, slightly bitter utazi, and rich palm oil creates a flavour profile unlike anything else in Nigerian cuisine. For Edmonton's African community, our isi-ewu is a treasured taste of home, and for adventurous foodies, it is an unforgettable introduction to the depth of Nigerian culinary tradition.

What Makes Our Isi-Ewu Special

• Tender goat head meat slow-cooked to perfection
• Rich sauce with palm oil, ehuru, and utazi leaves
• Traditional Igbo preparation method
• A celebrated delicacy for special occasions
• Bold, complex flavours unique to Nigerian cuisine