Moin Moin (Steamed Bean Pudding)
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The Tale of Moin Moin (Steamed Bean Pudding)
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Moin moin, a steamed pudding of ground black-eyed peas, is a Nigerian staple believed to share roots with similar bean puddings found across West Africa, including Cameroon's koki. Traditionally steamed in leaves and now often in tins or foil, it's a protein-rich dish served at everyday meals and festive occasions alike.
Ingredients
Scale:· 8 servings
- 3 cups black-eyed peas, soaked and peeled
- 1 red bell pepper and 1 onion, blended
- 1/3 cup palm oil
- 2 boiled eggs, sliced
- 1/2 cup smoked fish, flaked
- 1 seasoning cube
- 1 cup water or stock
- Banana leaves or ramekins, for steaming
Instructions
- 1Blend the peeled black-eyed peas with the pepper-onion mixture and water until smooth.
- 2Stir in palm oil, seasoning cube, and salt until well combined.
- 3Fold in flaked smoked fish.
- 4Pour the batter into lined ramekins or banana-leaf wraps and top each with a slice of boiled egg.
- 5Cover and steam over simmering water for 45-60 minutes until firm and set.
- 6Let cool slightly before unmolding and serving.
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