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Moimoi

Name: Moimoi
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 6 porsiyon
Cuisine: Nijerya Mutfağı
Ingredients: 2 su bardağı Börülce; 2 adet Kapya biber; 1 adet Acı biber; 1 adet Kuru soğan; 2 yemek kaşığı Kurutulmuş karides; 0.4 su bardağı Sıvı yağ; 1.2 tatlı kaşığı Tuz; 2 adet Yumurta; 1 su bardağı Su; 1.5 su bardağı Pirinç; 2 adet Domates

A Nigerian steamed bean pudding made from peeled black-eyed peas, peppers, onion, oil, crayfish, and egg.

Hard⏱️ 2 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~310 kcal🇳🇬 Nigerian🌍 Full translation

55 min prep 60 min cook 5 min rest

#High Protein
#Budget-Friendly

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Total 2 h

Prep55 min
Resting/Marinating5 min
Cooking1 h

Ingredients

6 servings

Quick:

For the legumes

2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Black-eyed peas

For the filling

2 adet Red peppers
1 adet Hot pepper
1 adet Onion
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Dried shrimp
0.4 su bardağı(~80 ml) Vegetable oil
1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Water

General

1.2 tatlı kaşığı(~12 ml) Salt

İç ek için

2 adet Eggs

For serving

1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Rice
2 adet Tomatoes

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Instructions

1
Soak the black-eyed peas in warm water for 30 minutes and rub them between your palms to remove the skins.
30 min
30:00
2
Blend the peeled peas with the red peppers, hot pepper, onion, dried shrimp, salt, and water until smooth.
3
Add the vegetable oil to the puree and mix until the consistency is fluid like thick ayran.
4
Boil the eggs for 8 minutes, peel, and slice them.
8 min
08:00
5
Oil small heatproof bowls, divide the batter among them, and place a slice of egg in each bowl.
6
Place the bowls in a steamer and cook covered for 55-60 minutes, until set.
1 hr
60:00
7
Prepare the rice and tomato salad, rest the bean pudding bowls for 5 minutes, and serve.
5 min
05:00

💡 Tip: Removing the black-eyed pea skins fully is important for a smooth texture; stop the processor now and then and scrape down the sides.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Turn out the moimoi molds hot and serve with optional plain rice instead of jollof and a tomato salad.

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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.

Protein source
Vitamin C

Nutrition (per serving)

~310

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 24%Carbs 47%Fat 29%

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

This recipe may contain allergens

Seafood
Egg

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Moimoi make?
This recipe serves 6.
How long does Moimoi take?
Prep 55 minutes, cooking 60 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 120 minutes in total.
Is Moimoi difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.
How many calories does Moimoi have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 36g, fat: 10g.
Which allergens does Moimoi contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Moimoi belong to?
This recipe belongs to Nigerian cuisine.
How many ingredients does Moimoi need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.

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Instructions

Soak the black-eyed peas in warm water for 30 minutes and rub them between your palms to remove the skins.

30 min

30:00

Blend the peeled peas with the red peppers, hot pepper, onion, dried shrimp, salt, and water until smooth.

Add the vegetable oil to the puree and mix until the consistency is fluid like thick ayran.

Boil the eggs for 8 minutes, peel, and slice them.

8 min

08:00

Oil small heatproof bowls, divide the batter among them, and place a slice of egg in each bowl.

Place the bowls in a steamer and cook covered for 55-60 minutes, until set.

1 hr

60:00

Prepare the rice and tomato salad, rest the bean pudding bowls for 5 minutes, and serve.

5 min

05:00

FAQ

How many servings does Moimoi make?

This recipe serves 6.

How long does Moimoi take?

Prep 55 minutes, cooking 60 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 120 minutes in total.

Is Moimoi difficult?

This recipe is rated hard.

How many calories does Moimoi have?

Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 36g, fat: 10g.

Which allergens does Moimoi contain?

This recipe contains Seafood, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.

Which cuisine does Moimoi belong to?

This recipe belongs to Nigerian cuisine.

How many ingredients does Moimoi need?

This recipe needs 11 ingredients.

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