COCONUT MOIN MOIN RECIPE - Nigerian Breakfast

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner and more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

Soak black-eyed peas in water for 4-6 hours or overnight.

Peel the soaked black-eyed peas and rinse them thoroughly.

Blend the black-eyed peas with coconut milk, onion, bell pepper, and scotch bonnet until smooth.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering, then add the blended mixture.

Stir in salt, seasoning cubes, grated carrots, green peas, and chopped boiled eggs.

Mix well until all ingredients are combined evenly.

Grease a steaming dish or individual cups with palm oil.

Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, filling it halfway.

Cover with aluminum foil to prevent water from dripping in during steaming.

Place in a steamer and cook for 45-60 minutes until set and firm.

Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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