Moin Moin

🛒 Ingredients

• Peeled black-eyed peas 400 g · 1320 kcal
• Red bell pepper 150 g · 47 kcal
• Scotch bonnet pepper 20 g · 8 kcal
• Onion 150 g · 60 kcal
• Vegetable oil 50 g · 450 kcal
• Hard-boiled eggs 150 g · 233 kcal
• Smoked mackerel 150 g · 308 kcal
• Seasoning cubes 8 g · 20 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the black-eyed peas overnight or for at least 4 hours until softened. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
2. Rub the soaked beans together vigorously to remove their skins, rinsing frequently until all skins are gone and the beans are white.
3. Blend the peeled beans with the red bell pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, and onion, adding a small amount of water gradually until a very smooth, thick batter is formed.
4. Pour the bean mixture into a large bowl, then gradually whisk in the vegetable oil, ensuring it's well incorporated and the mixture is airy.
5. Stir in the crushed seasoning cubes and salt, adjusting to taste, then gently fold in the flaked smoked mackerel and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
6. Lightly grease individual ramekins, heatproof bowls, or banana leaves. Ladle the bean mixture into the prepared containers, filling them about three-quarters full.
7. Arrange the filled containers in a large pot with a little water at the bottom, creating a steaming setup. Ensure the water level is below the containers.
8. Cover the pot tightly and steam on medium heat for 45-60 minutes, or until the Moin Moin is firm to touch and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
9. Remove from heat, let cool slightly before unmolding, and serve warm.