West African Red Red
Ghana's beloved comfort dish — soft black-eyed peas stewed in spiced palm oil, served alongside sweet fried plantains for a satisfying contrast of savory and sweet.
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Instructions
5 steps- 1
Cook the Beans: Boil the black-eyed peas in lightly salted water until they are extremely tender and slightly mushy. Drain excess water, leaving a thick, starchy liquid.
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