Moi moi is a beloved Nigerian bean pudding dish that’s both nutritious and versatile. This steamed delicacy can be enjoyed for any meal of the day, featuring a smooth, savory texture and rich protein content.
A traditional comfort food, moi moi (also called moin moin) combines peeled black-eyed peas or honey beans with aromatic peppers, onions, and optional proteins like fish, eggs, or liver to create a nourishing, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups black-eyed peas or honey beans, dried
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 habanero pepper (scotch bonnet)
- ¾ cup onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons ground crayfish
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 bouillon cubes
- ¾ cup cooked fish, minced
- 3 eggs, hard-boiled
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- Salt to taste
Steps to Follow
- Step 1: Soak beans for 15 minutes in room temperature water
- Step 2: Peel beans using a food processor by pulsing briefly 3-4 times
- Step 3: Wash peeled beans and remove floating skins
- Step 4: Blend peeled beans with peppers, onions, and ginger until very smooth
- Step 5: Mix in oil, crayfish, bouillon cubes, and salt
- Step 6: Grease moi moi containers (ramekins or foil pans)
- Step 7: Pour mixture into containers and add boiled eggs
- Step 8: Steam in a large pot for 45-60 minutes
- Step 9: Test doneness with a toothpick – it should come out clean
Additional Instructions
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 45-60 minutes
- Serves: 5
- Storage: Keeps for 3-4 days refrigerated
- Do not use tomatoes as they prevent proper setting
- Check water level every 15 minutes while steaming
- Can be made with palm oil instead of vegetable oil
- For best texture, ensure beans are very finely blended
- Suitable for freezing up to 3 months
General Nutritional Values
- Calories: 155 kcal per serving
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 44mg
