Surulere Foods Brown Honey Beans

Description

Surulere Foods Honey Beans – Nigerian Beans is a hearty pantry staple for nourishing African home cooking.

How to cook

• Soak overnight in cold water to reduce cooking time (optional for fast-cook varieties).
• Pick over for stones, rinse thoroughly, then boil in fresh water for 45-75 minutes until tender.
• For akara, rub off the skins before grinding with onion, pepper and spices.
• For moi moi, blend soaked peeled beans with pepper, onion, crayfish and palm oil, steam in ramekins or leaves.

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 the beans take to cook?

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

Do I need to soak the beans?

Soaking reduces cooking time and helps digestibility, but isn't strictly required. A cold-water soak of 4-8 hours works well.

Can I make akara with these?

Yes — soak, peel the skins off, grind with scotch bonnet, onion and seasoning, then deep-fry small spoonfuls until golden.