Vegetarian Moimoi

Delight in the rich, savory flavors of *Vegetarian Moimoi*, a plant-based twist on the classic Nigerian steamed bean pudding. Made with protein-packed black-eyed peas, vibrant red bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, and a touch of fiery scotch bonnet pepper, this recipe delivers a bold and satisfying taste with every bite. Fresh spinach and grated carrots add a pop of color and extra nutrients, making it a wholesome, vegetable-forward dish. Steamed to perfection in foil pouches, this meat-free moimoi is soft, tender, and loaded with umami from a vegetarian bouillon cube. Perfect as a main course or a hearty side dish, the *Vegetarian Moimoi* is a must-try for anyone seeking authentic African flavors with a plant-based twist. With its simple ingredients, gluten-free preparation, and nourishing profile, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black-eyed peas
• 2 medium Red bell peppers
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 Vegetarian bouillon cube
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cups Water
• 1 cup Fresh spinach
• 2 medium Carrots
• 8 pieces Aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Soak the black-eyed peas in water for 4-6 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse well.

Step 2

Place the soaked black-eyed peas in a blender or food processor. Add the red bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, and scotch bonnet pepper.

Step 3

Add 1 cup of water to the blender and blend until you achieve a smooth, thick paste. You may need to blend in batches, depending on your blender capacity.

Step 4

Transfer the blended mixture into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the vegetable oil, vegetarian bouillon cube, salt, and the remaining 1.5 cups of water. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Chop the fresh spinach and grate the carrots. Stir them into the batter.

Step 6

Cut the aluminum foil into rectangular sheets, about 8 inches long. Fold each sheet into a pocket or pouch by folding in the sides and securing one end.

Step 7

Fill each foil pocket with the moimoi batter, leaving enough space for expansion.

Step 8

Seal the open end of each foil pocket tightly to prevent leakage.

Step 9

Arrange the filled foil pouches upright in a large pot. Add enough water to the pot to reach halfway up the sides of the pouches.

Step 10

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and steam on medium heat for about 45-60 minutes. Check occasionally to ensure there is enough water in the pot and add more if necessary.

Step 11

To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of one moimoi. If it comes out clean, the moimoi is ready.

Step 12

Carefully remove the foil pouches from the pot and allow them to cool slightly before serving.

Step 13

Serve the moimoi warm with your choice of sides or as a main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1873g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1540.4

Total Fat 108.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3422.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 34.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.4mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3097.2mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 30.8%