Vegan Moimoi

Discover the comforting flavors of Vegan Moimoi, a plant-based twist on a beloved West African classic. This hearty steamed bean pudding is made from protein-rich black-eyed peas, vibrant red bell peppers, and a kick of scotch bonnet pepper for bold flavor. Infused with aromatic spices like paprika, garlic powder, and nutritional yeast, this dish delivers a savory, umami punch without the need for animal products. Perfectly moist and fluffy thanks to a touch of baking powder, Vegan Moimoi is steamed to perfection in ramekins or wrapped in banana leaves for a beautifully tender texture. Ready in just under two hours, this vegan Nigerian delight is ideal as a main course with salad or grains or as a delectable side dish. Perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious, flavorful, and satisfying plant-based meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried black-eyed peas
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 small scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 large onion
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

Step 1

Soak the black-eyed peas in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. This will soften the beans and make peeling easier.

Step 2

After soaking, rub the soaked beans between your palms to remove the skins. Rinse several times to separate the skins from the beans until mostly clean.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the peeled beans, red bell pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, onion, and tomato paste. Blend until smooth, adding a small amount of water if necessary to help the blending process.

Step 4

Transfer the blended mixture to a large bowl. Stir in the vegetable oil, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and baking powder. The consistency of the mixture should be slightly thicker than pancake batter.

Step 5

Grease heat-safe moimoi containers or ramekins lightly with vegetable oil. Alternatively, you can use aluminium foil parcels or banana leaves.

Step 6

Pour the bean mixture into the prepared containers, filling about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during cooking.

Step 7

Place the containers in a large pot and add water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the containers. Cover the pot tightly with a lid.

Step 8

Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and steam for about 60 minutes. Check occasionally to ensure there is enough water in the pot, replenishing with boiling water if necessary.

Step 9

After cooking, insert a skewer into the middle of a moimoi; if it comes out clean, the moimoi is done. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own with a salad or cooked grains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1460.3

Total Fat 83.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 45.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4785.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 3041.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 38.1%