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Shea butter production - Senegal
Shea butter preparation, baking shea tree nuts - pounding and grinding, Senegal, West Africa. The French name karite (as detailed on this card) comes from ghariti, its equivalent word in the Wolof language of Senegal. Date: circa 1910s
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Baking Butter Grind Grinding Grinds Language Mortar Oven Pestle Pounding Senegal Senegalese Shea
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This photograph offers a glimpse into the traditional Shea butter production process in Senegal, West Africa, circa 1910s. The image showcases several women engaged in the labor-intensive task of transforming raw Shea tree nuts into the precious, nourishing butter. The French term "karite" for Shea butter is derived from the Wolof language of Senegal, where it is known as "ghariti." In this process, the nuts are first baked in an oven, allowing them to soften and release their rich, nutty aroma. Once baked, the nuts are carefully cracked open and their kernels extracted. Next, the kernels are pounded in a large mortar using a pestle, releasing their natural oils. The oils are then ground between two large stones or using a wooden pestle, until the desired consistency is achieved. The Shea butter that emerges is known for its distinctive ivory color and nutty, slightly sweet taste. The women in this photograph work in harmony, their expressions reflecting the focus and dedication required to produce this valuable commodity. The fire crackles in the background, adding to the warm, inviting atmosphere of the scene. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and resilience of the Senegalese people, who have preserved this ancient tradition for generations.
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