Moi Moi (Nigerian Steamed Bean Pudding)

Moi Moi (Nigerian Steamed Bean Pudding)

Nigerian black-eyed pea pudding blended with pepper, onion, and palm oil, then steamed until firm and tender.

⏱ 120 min total🔪 45 min prep🔥 60 min cookMediumServes 8West African

Ingredients

  • 2 cups black-eyed peas, soaked 30 minutes
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 fresh chili, chopped
  • 1/3 cup palm oil
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

  1. 1Soak the black-eyed peas for 30 minutes, then drain well.
  2. 2Blend peas, bell pepper, onion, chili, water, and salt until very smooth.
  3. 3Blend in palm oil just until incorporated.
  4. 4Pour the mixture into eight greased heatproof cups.
  5. 5Steam covered for 50–60 minutes until the centres are firm.
  6. 6Rest for 10 minutes before unmoulding or serving in the cups.

💡 A very smooth bean batter gives moi moi its tender, custard-like crumb.

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