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Traditional Plantain Moi Moi Recipe

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Dirichi Diamond (@diaz4414)
NigerianBreakfastLunchSnackVegetarianDairy-FreeGluten-Free

Plantain Moi Moi, locally known as Osu Une, is a cherished dish in our culture. It brings back memories of family gatherings and the aroma of Uma leaves steaming in the pot. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, paired with pap or oatmeal, and is a delightful way to enjoy the unique flavor of plantains. Whether using ripe or unripe plantains, the process is simple yet rewarding.

Traditional Plantain Moi Moi Recipe recipe

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Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
45min

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 2 medium wrap)
  • ripe plantains
    ripe plantains
    2
  • unripe plantains
    unripe plantains
    5
  • plantain flour
    plantain flour
    100g
  • cooking spoons palm oil
    cooking spoons palm oil
    2
  • ground crayfish
    ground crayfish
    1tsp
  • Knorr seasoning cube
    Knorr seasoning cube
    1
  • half of Salt (to taste)
    half of Salt (to taste)
    tbsp
  • Pepper (to taste)
    Pepper (to taste)
  • Uma leaves or aluminum foil (for wrapping)
    Uma leaves or aluminum foil (for wrapping)
  • Cool water (as needed)
    Cool water (as needed)

How to make Traditional Plantain Moi Moi Recipe

Prepare the Wrapping

  1. Step 1

    Trim and wash the Uma leaves thoroughly.

    Step 1.1: Trim and wash the Uma leaves thoroughly
    Step 1.2: Trim and wash the Uma leaves thoroughly
  2. Step 2

    If Uma leaves are not available, use aluminum foil as an alternative.

    Step 1.1: If Uma leaves are not available, use aluminum foil as an alternative
    Step 1.2: If Uma leaves are not available, use aluminum foil as an alternative

Prepare the Plantain Base

  1. Step 1

    If using plantain flour, mix it with cool water until you get a medium consistency.

    Step 2.1: If using plantain flour, mix it with cool water until you get a medium consistency
  2. Step 2

    Peel and cut the ripe plantains into small pieces to make blending easier.

    Step 2.1: Peel and cut the ripe plantains into small pieces to make blending easier
    Step 2.2: Peel and cut the ripe plantains into small pieces to make blending easier
  3. Step 3

    Prepare the other ingredients (onion, pepper, stock cube, and crayfish).

Blend the Mixture

  1. Step 1

    Add the ripe plantains to the blender.

    Step 3.1: Add the ripe plantains to the blender
    Step 3.2: Add the ripe plantains to the blender
  2. Step 2

    Add the prepared onion, pepper, stock cube, crayfish, and finally the plantain flour mixture or the already blended unripe plantain.

    Step 3.1: Add the prepared onion, pepper, stock cube, crayfish, and finally the plantain flour mixture or the already blended unripe plantain
    Step 3.2: Add the prepared onion, pepper, stock cube, crayfish, and finally the plantain flour mixture or the already blended unripe plantain
    Step 3.3: Add the prepared onion, pepper, stock cube, crayfish, and finally the plantain flour mixture or the already blended unripe plantain
    Step 3.4: Add the prepared onion, pepper, stock cube, crayfish, and finally the plantain flour mixture or the already blended unripe plantain
  3. Step 3

    Add a small amount of water to help the blades of the blender move.

    Step 3.1: Add a small amount of water to help the blades of the blender move
  4. Step 4

    Blend until the mixture is smooth.

    Step 3.1: Blend until the mixture is smooth
    Step 3.2: Blend until the mixture is smooth
    Step 3.3: Blend until the mixture is smooth

Prepare to Cook

  1. Step 1

    Set a small quantity of water in a pot and bring it to a boil.

    Step 4.1: Set a small quantity of water in a pot and bring it to a boil
  2. Step 2

    Pour the blended plantain mixture into a medium-sized bowl.

    Step 4.1: Pour the blended plantain mixture into a medium-sized bowl
  3. Step 3

    Add salt to taste (be careful not to add too much).

    Step 4.1: Add salt to taste (be careful not to add too much)
  4. Step 4

    Add palm oil and mix until well combined.

    Step 4.1: Add palm oil and mix until well combined
    Step 4.2: Add palm oil and mix until well combined
    Step 4.3: Add palm oil and mix until well combined

Wrap and Arrange

  1. Step 1

    When the water in the pot starts boiling, add a base to support the wraps (you can use the Uma leaf stalks or a stainless-steel base).

    Step 5.1: When the water in the pot starts boiling, add a base to support the wraps (you can use the Uma leaf stalks or a stainless-steel base)
    Step 5.2: When the water in the pot starts boiling, add a base to support the wraps (you can use the Uma leaf stalks or a stainless-steel base)
    Step 5.3: When the water in the pot starts boiling, add a base to support the wraps (you can use the Uma leaf stalks or a stainless-steel base)
  2. Step 2

    Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one.

    Step 5.1: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
    Step 5.2: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
    Step 5.3: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
    Step 5.4: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
    Step 5.5: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
    Step 5.6: Begin folding the Uma leaves and scoop the plantain moi moi mixture into each leaf wrap, one by one
  3. Step 3

    Gently place each wrap inside the pot of boiling water.

    Step 5.1: Gently place each wrap inside the pot of boiling water
    Step 5.2: Gently place each wrap inside the pot of boiling water
    Step 5.3: Gently place each wrap inside the pot of boiling water
  4. Step 4

    Repeat the process until all the mixture is wrapped.

    Step 5.1: Repeat the process until all the mixture is wrapped
    Step 5.2: Repeat the process until all the mixture is wrapped
  5. Step 5

    Cover the wraps with Uma leaves.

    Step 5.1: Cover the wraps with Uma leaves
    Step 5.2: Cover the wraps with Uma leaves

Cook

  1. Step 1

    Cook on high heat for 20–25 minutes.

    Step 6.1: Cook on high heat for 20–25 minutes
  2. Step 2

    Check occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning.

    Step 6.1: Check occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning
    Step 6.2: Check occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning
    Step 6.3: Check occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning

Serve and Enjoy

  1. Step 1

    When done, remove the wraps and spread them out to cool completely and set.

    Step 7.1: When done, remove the wraps and spread them out to cool completely and set
    Step 7.2: When done, remove the wraps and spread them out to cool completely and set
    Step 7.3: When done, remove the wraps and spread them out to cool completely and set
  2. Step 2

    Enjoy your delicious Plantain Moi Moi with pap, oatmeal, or any drink of your choice.

    Step 7.1: Enjoy your delicious Plantain Moi Moi with pap, oatmeal, or any drink of your choice
    Step 7.2: Enjoy your delicious Plantain Moi Moi with pap, oatmeal, or any drink of your choice

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

133.3kcal (6.67%)

Protein

2.7g (5.34%)

Carbs

30.0g (10.91%)

Sugars

1.3g (2.66%)

Healthy Fat

0.2g

Unhealthy Fat

0.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the Uma leaves are properly trimmed and washed to avoid any debris in the dish.

  2. If using aluminum foil, fold it tightly to prevent leakage during cooking.

  3. Add water gradually when blending to avoid making the mixture too watery.

  4. Monitor the pot closely to ensure the water does not dry out and burn the wraps.

  5. Allow the wraps to cool completely before serving to achieve the best texture.

FAQS

  1. Can I use only ripe plantains for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use only ripe plantains, but the texture and flavor may differ slightly from the traditional mix of ripe and unripe plantains.

  2. What can I use if Uma leaves are unavailable?

    You can use aluminum foil as an alternative to Uma leaves for wrapping the mixture, or you can also use the plantain leaf itself.

  3. How do I prevent the wraps from burning?

    Ensure there is enough water in the pot at all times and check occasionally to add more water if needed.

  4. Can I make this recipe without palm oil?

    Palm oil is a key ingredient for the authentic flavor, but you can substitute it with vegetable oil if necessary. But still palm oil is the Best

  5. How do I serve Plantain Moi Moi?

    Plantain Moi Moi can be served with pap, oatmeal as breakfast. If you want to serve as lunch, you can use any drink of your choice, like Tigernut drink, homemade fruit juice etc

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Dirichi Diamond

(@diaz4414)

"My name is Dirichi, and I bring the taste of tradition to your table. I specialize in native delicacies, using local ingredients to keep our

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