MP Sweet Beans 1.5kg - Nigerian Beans

Description

Mp Sweet Beans 1.5kg are oloyin beans — a Nigerian brown bean variety prized for its naturally sweet, mild flavour once cooked. A household staple for ewa riro (beans porridge) and ewa agoyin, sweet beans cook down soft and creamy with a gentle sweetness that pairs beautifully with stew, plantain or bread.

How to cook

• Soak overnight in cold water to reduce cooking time (optional).
• Pick over for stones, rinse thoroughly, then boil in fresh water for 45-75 minutes until soft and tender.
• For ewa riro, mash lightly and stir through a palm oil and pepper sauce.
• For ewa agoyin, serve with a spicy blended pepper and onion sauce.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry cupboard in an airtight container.
• Use within 12 months for best flavour and cooking performance.

Frequently asked

How long do sweet beans take to cook?

45-75 minutes from soaked; longer if unsoaked. A pressure cooker cuts this to around 20 minutes.

What makes sweet beans different from regular brown beans?

Sweet beans (oloyin) have a naturally sweeter, milder flavour than standard brown beans once cooked.