Authentic and Quick Nigerian Breakfast Recipe with The Flygerians!

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Lentils are lower in calories and easier to cook.

oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a healthier egg substitute, while aquafaba is inexpensive.

Soak black-eyed peas in water overnight.

Blend soaked black-eyed peas with onions and peppers until smooth.

Add salt and seasoning cubes to the mixture and blend briefly.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Scoop the bean mixture into the hot oil, forming small fritters.

Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove fritters and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pot, boil water and add cornmeal, stirring constantly.

Cook until thickened, about 10 minutes, then remove from heat.

Incorporate vegetables into the cornmeal porridge and mix well.

Serve the fritters alongside the cornmeal porridge.

Cooking Techniques

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