Ghanaian Waakye (Beans and Rice)
Waakye is a popular street food in Ghana and is often sold by vendors in the morning.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ghanaian Waakye (Beans and Rice)
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the black-eyed beans and soak them in water overnight.
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Drain the soaked beans and add them to a large pot.
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Add water and bring to a boil. Cook for 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.
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Rinse the rice and add it to the pot with the cooked beans.
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In a separate pan, heat the red palm oil and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
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Add the tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, and salt to the pan and cook for 2 minutes.
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Pour the tomato mixture into the pot with the beans and rice.
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Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
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Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
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Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
