Waakye

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   Rinse the dried black-eyed peas under cool water.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Pick through the peas to remove any small stones or debris before rinsing.

2. 2

   Place the rinsed peas in a large bowl, cover with plenty of water, and let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.

   Nota bucătarului: Soaking softens the beans, reduces cooking time, and makes them easier to digest.

3. 3

   After soaking, drain the water and give the peas another quick rinse.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

4. 4

   In a large pot, combine the soaked peas, dried sorghum leaves, and the optional kaun.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

5. 5

   Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

   Aproximativ 7 min.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook until the peas are tender, which should take about 45-60 minutes.

   Aproximativ 50 min.

   Nota bucătarului: The cooking time for the peas can vary depending on their age and how long they were soaked.

7. 7

   While the peas are simmering, rinse the rice in a separate bowl until the water runs clear.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Rinsing the rice removes excess starch and helps prevent the final dish from being sticky.

8. 8

   Once the peas are tender, use tongs to carefully remove and discard the sorghum leaves from the pot.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

9. 9

   Stir the rinsed rice, salt, and optional coconut oil into the pot with the peas and their reddish cooking liquid.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

10. 10

    Bring the mixture back to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Make sure the liquid covers the rice and beans by about 2 cm (just under an inch). Add a little more hot water if needed.

11. 11

    Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.

    Aproximativ 20 min.

12. 12

    Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, still covered, for 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam.

    Nota bucătarului: This final steaming step makes the rice fluffy and perfectly cooked.

13. 13

    Gently fluff the waakye with a fork before serving.

    Aproximativ 1 min.