Beans (Cowpea) Paste – Part 2

We gave you an introduction last week into the production of cowpea (black eyed beans) paste, which is the foundation of so many West African dishes.  In Part II of our blog, we are going to continue the education. Once cleaned and hulled, the cowpeas should be ground in a blender that is capable of […]

February 13, 2021 admin

Beans (Cowpea) Paste

Beans are a staple in most African households, and increasingly even in the Western house with the recent embracing of vegan lifestyles.  Being innovative people, Africans have established a plethora of flavoursome dishes which have cowpeas as their base.  Popular examples are moin moin and akara.  These dishes start off as cowpea paste and then […]

February 6, 2021 admin

Moin Moin Recipe

Today’s easy recipe is for mouth-watering Moin Moin. Made with cow peas/black eye peas blended and steamed, traditionally in banana leaves. We love making this protein packed dish as a satisfying and filling meal. Order your authentic ingredients to make Moin Moin here ▶️https://africanplate.co.uk/product/cameroon-pepper/https://africanplate.co.uk/products/crayfish/ Ingredients 225g Cowpeas (black eyed beans) 28ml Palm Oil (warmed) 1 […]

October 1, 2020 admin