Learn how to make the Very Delicious Beans Delicacy – Ewa Agoyin and Oface Rice and Ayamase Sauce

Ewa Agoyin is a popular Nigerian street food made with cooked brown beans served with a spicy pepper sauce. It’s a flavorful and satisfying dish that originated from the Yoruba people. Here’s a simple recipe for preparing Ewa Agoyin:

Ingredients:

For the Beans:

• 2 cups brown beans (black-eyed peas)
• Water for soaking
• Water for cooking
• Salt to taste

For the Pepper Sauce (Agoyin Sauce):

• 5-6 large onions, chopped
• 5-6 tablespoons ground crayfish
• 4-5 tablespoons ground pepper (cayenne or Scotch Bonnet)
• 1 cup palm oil
• 2-3 stock cubes
• Salt to taste

Cooking Directions:

For the Beans:

1. Soak the Beans:

• Rinse the brown beans thoroughly and soak them in water for about 4-6 hours or overnight.

1. Cook the Beans:

• Drain the soaked beans and rinse again. Place the beans in a pot and add enough water to cover them.
• Cook the beans on medium to high heat until they are tender. Add more water as needed during the cooking process.

1. Mash the Beans:

• Once the beans are cooked, mash them using a wooden spoon or a potato masher. The consistency should be thick and slightly lumpy.

1. Season the Beans:

• Season the mashed beans with salt to taste and set aside.

For the Pepper Sauce (Agoyin Sauce):

1. Blend Onions and Pepper:

• In a blender, combine the chopped onions and ground pepper. Blend until you have a smooth paste.

1. Cook the Sauce:

• In a separate pot, heat the palm oil until it becomes clear. Add the blended onion and pepper mixture.

1. Season the Sauce:

• Add ground crayfish, stock cubes, and salt to the sauce. Stir well and allow it to simmer on low heat until the oil floats to the top, indicating that the sauce is well-cooked.

1. Serve:

• Serve the mashed beans in a plate or bowl and pour the spicy pepper sauce over it.

1. Optional Garnishes:

• Ewa Agoyin is often served with sides like fried or boiled plantains, bread, or rice.

Enjoy your Ewa Agoyin with the spicy pepper sauce, and feel free to customize it with your favorite accompaniments! It’s a delicious and hearty dish that captures the essence of Nigerian street food.

Oface Rice and Ayamase Sauce

Ofada rice, also known as “unpolished” or “local” rice, is a variety of rice that is popular in Nigeria. It is often served with a special sauce known as Ayamase or Designer Stew. Here’s a basic recipe for Ofada rice and Ayamase Sauce:

Ofada Rice:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Ofada rice
• Water for washing and cooking
• Salt to taste

Cooking Directions:

1. Wash the Rice:

• Rinse the Ofada rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.

1. Cook the Rice:

• In a pot, add the washed rice and enough water to cover it.
• Cook the rice until it’s tender but still has a slightly firm texture.
• Add salt to taste.

1. Drain and Serve:

• Drain any excess water from the rice.
• Serve the Ofada rice on a plate or in a traditional woven basket.

Ayamase Sauce (Designer Stew):

Ingredients:

• 5-6 green bell peppers (tatashe)
• 2-3 red bell peppers
• 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers (atarodo)
• 2 medium-sized onions
• 4 tablespoons palm oil
• 500g assorted meats (beef, tripe, liver, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons ground crayfish
• 2 tablespoons ground locust beans (iru)
• 2 teaspoons ground Cameroon pepper (optional for extra heat)
• 2-3 seasoning cubes or powder
• Salt to taste

Cooking Directions:

1. Prepare the Peppers:

• Blend the green bell peppers, red bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, and one onion together into a smooth paste.

1. Cook the Meats:

• In a pot, cook the assorted meats with onions, seasoning cubes, and salt until they are well-done.

1. Fry the Peppers:

• In a separate pot, heat palm oil. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
• Add the blended pepper paste and fry until the oil begins to separate from the pepper.

1. Add Seasonings:

• Add ground crayfish, ground locust beans (iru), ground Cameroon pepper (if using), and additional seasoning cubes if needed.
• Stir well and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes until the pepper is well fried.

1. Combine with Cooked Meats:

• Add the cooked assorted meats to the pot and stir to combine. Allow it to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

1. Adjust Seasoning:

• Taste the Ayamase sauce and adjust the seasoning and salt according to your preference.

1. Simmer:

• Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

1. Serve:

• Serve the Ayamase sauce over the cooked Ofada rice on a Banana Leaf.

Enjoy your Ofada rice and Ayamase Sauce, a delicious and traditional Nigerian meal!

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