Oven-Baked Moi Moi Ramekins

Ingredients

• 2 cups Peeled brown beans or black-eyed peas
• 2 large Red bell pepper (Tatashe)
• 2 pieces Scotch bonnet peppers (Atarodo)
• 1 piece Large onion
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Beef or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons Ground crayfish
• 2 pieces Bouillon cubes
• 0.5 cup Warm water
• 3 pieces Hard-boiled eggs, sliced(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the beans for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins by rubbing them together and rinsing thoroughly.

2. 2

   Blend the peeled beans, bell peppers, scotch bonnets, and onion with a little water until the paste is completely smooth and velvety.

3. 3

   Pour the bean batter into a large mixing bowl and stir in the vegetable oil, ground crayfish, crushed bouillon cubes, and salt.

4. 4

   Slowly incorporate the stock and warm water, whisking for 5 minutes to incorporate air for a fluffier texture.

5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease 6-8 ramekins with a little oil or butter.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the ramekins until 3/4 full, then place a slice of boiled egg on top of each.

7. 7

   Place the ramekins inside a deep baking tray and fill the tray with boiling water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

8. 8

   Cover the tray tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes until the centers are firm to the touch.