Beans Porridge and Plantain + Beef Stew
Beans popularly known as Ewa among the yorubas is a source of Protein and Fibre. Beans is enjoyed in different ways, Ewa Aganyin (Mashed Beans and Sauce), as a Porridge or as a side dish to accompany Rice, Yam etc and can be made in different ways. When made into a Porridge/Pottage, It can be had with Garri, Plantain, Yam and so on.
My favorite type of beans is Ewa Oloyin (Brown Honey Beans), it doesnt take as long as other varieties of beans to cook and has a sweet note when had on its own. I opted to make my beans porridge with plantain and some uziza leaves, which just makes this dish full of aroma and flavor.
Moi-Moi
For the uninitiated, moimoi is a Nigerian breakfast staple made from pureed beans. It’s perfectly savory and often served as accompaniment to breakfast porridge. Traditional moimoi is wrapped in Banana leaves or Ewe Eran (Thaumatococcus daniellii).
White Rice + Beans + Plantain + Beef Sauce
Nigerian Rice and Beans – Rice and Beans is a staple in many cultures around the world and Nigeria is not an exception. Though the classic Nigerian Rice and Beans is not eaten plain, it’s usually served with different sauces and stews but I usually serve mine with Ata dindin or the Nigerian Stew.
Yam Beans Porridge
Beans Porridge is a delicacy in Nigeria, it is one of those Nigerian foods that are loved by every Nigerian.