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Typical Nigerian Beans

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Clementina Igbanibo (@nyingi2s)
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This recipe brings back memories of my childhood, where the aroma of palm oil beans would fill the kitchen. It's a simple yet hearty dish that combines tender beans with the rich flavor of palm oil, dried prawns, and spices. Perfect for a comforting meal.

Typical Nigerian Beans recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
2hr 0min
Total Time
2hr 10min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)
  • of brown beans
    of brown beans
    1cup
  • palm oil
    palm oil
    1/4cup
  • bulb onion
    bulb onion
    1
  • dried prawn
    dried prawn
    5
  • cube seasoning
    cube seasoning
    1
  • dried pepper
    dried pepper

How to make Typical Nigerian Beans

  1. Step 1

    Select your beans to remove stones.

    Step 1.1: Select your beans to remove stones
  2. Step 2

    Wash your beans properly, then put it in a clean pot of water.

    Step 1.1: Wash your beans properly, then put it in a clean pot of water
  3. Step 3

    Add your sliced onions and enough water to cover your beans.

  4. Step 4

    Cook until the beans is very tender. If the water is almost dried, add a little more water before adding your palm oil.

    Step 1.1: Cook until the beans is very tender
  5. Step 5

    Allow the oil to cook for about 15 minutes before adding in your seasoning cube, prawns, and dried pepper. for the pepper kindly add to your preference.

    Step 1.1: Allow the oil to cook for about 15 minutes before adding in your seasoning cube, prawns, and dried pepper
  6. Step 6

    Cover and allow to cook more until the beans are almost dried.

    Step 1.1: Cover and allow to cook more until the beans are almost dried
  7. Step 7

    Serve hot or it can be paired with some Garri also known as Cassava flakes. which is soaked in some water with Sugar. or you can pair it with sliced bread or fried ripe plantains.

    Step 1.1: Serve hot or it can be paired with some Garri also known as Cassava flakes

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

261.0kcal (13.05%)

Protein

7.8g (15.5%)

Carbs

23.8g (8.64%)

Sugars

0.3g (0.5%)

Healthy Fat

7.5g

Unhealthy Fat

6.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure you pick out all stones and debris from the beans before cooking.

  2. Adjust the amount of dried pepper to suit your spice tolerance.

  3. For a richer flavor, you can soak the dried prawns in warm water before adding them to the dish.

  4. If the beans is till very strong, you can add a little bit of potash liquid that is properly sieved. but is actually optional

FAQS

  1. Can I use fresh prawns instead of dried prawns?

    Yes, you can use fresh prawns, but the dried prawns add a unique flavor to the dish.

  2. What type of beans is best for this recipe?

    Brown beans or white are commonly used for this recipe.

  3. Can I substitute palm oil with another type of oil?

    Palm oil is essential for the authentic flavor of this dish.

  4. How do I know when the beans are tender enough?

    The beans should be soft and easy to mash with a fork when they are tender.

  5. Can I add other seasonings to this dish?

    Yes you can, but i prefer you use the normal seasoning. pls don't go too extra with your herbs to avoid changing the taste.

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