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Cameroonian Beans and Puff Puff

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse culinary landscape of Cameroon, Beans and Puff Puff is a beloved street food pairing. The dish reflects the country's rich agricultural heritage, with beans being a staple crop. Puff Puff, a deep-fried dough ball, is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Cameroonian cuisine. Today, this dish is celebrated not only in Cameroon but also in various African communities around the world, often served at gatherings and celebrations.

CameroonianCMmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups black-eyed peas
4 cups water
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon salt
2 seasoning cubes
1/2 cup dried crayfish
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and quicker to cook.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with additional flavor.

1

Mix your puff puff and set aside for two hours.

2

Prepare your spices and blend.

3

Put a pot on the fire and add in some oil (about a cup).

4

Allow the oil to heat up then fry onion with galics until soft and translucent.

5

Add in the blended tomatoes and fry until the sour taste disappears (about 15 minutes).

6

Add in the rest of the ingredients: ginger and cryfish.

7

Add in your beans.

8

Heat up some oil to fry your puff puff.

9

Form the puff puff balls and fry until golden brown.

10

Serve the beans and puff puff and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingmashingsautéingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

large bowlpotfrying panspatulameasuring cupsmixing spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Beans and Puff PuffPuff Puff with Beans

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