Authentic RED RED RECIPE /Black Eyed Beans & Plantain✔️ Ndudu by Fafa

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor profile with less saturated fat.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken provides lean protein, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Chickpeas are nutritious and canned beans save time.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili flakes

Jalapeños offer heat with a milder flavor.

Soak black-eyed beans overnight in water.

Drain beans and cook in a pot with fresh water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Heat palm oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry plantains in a separate pan until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

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