Traditional Nigerian Moi Moi
A savory, steamed bean pudding made from peeled black-eyed peas, peppers, and onions, enriched with fish and eggs.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Black-eyed peas (peeled and soaked)
- 3 large Red bell peppers (Tatashe)
- 2 pieces Scotch bonnet peppers (Atarodo)
- 2 medium Onions
- 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Crayfish powder
- 3 cubes Bouillon cubes
- 3 large Hard-boiled eggs (sliced)(optional)
- 1 cup Cooked flaked mackerel(optional)
- 1 1/2 cups Warm water or stock
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
Peel the black-eyed peas by soaking them in water and rubbing them between your palms to remove the skins, then rinse thoroughly.
- 2
Blend the peeled beans, red bell peppers, scotch bonnets, and onions with a little water until you achieve a very smooth, silky consistency.
- 3
Pour the batter into a large bowl and stir in the vegetable oil, crayfish powder, crushed bouillon cubes, and salt.
- 4
Gradually add the warm water or stock to the batter, stirring continuously until the consistency is light enough to pour but not watery.
- 5
Prepare your containers (uma leaves, foil containers, or ramekins) and lightly grease them with oil.
- 6
Scoop the batter into the containers, add a slice of boiled egg or flaked fish into each, and seal tightly.
- 7
Place a steamer or a pot with a base of stalks/foil at the bottom into a pot with a little boiling water and arrange the containers inside.
- 8
Steam on medium heat for 45 to 60 minutes, adding water to the pot as needed, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition per Serving
285
Calories
14g
Protein
32g
Carbs
11g
Fat
6g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
620mg
Sodium
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