Mbaazi wa Nazi (Pigeon Peas in Coconut Milk)
Mbaazi wa Nazi is a popular dish in Kenya and is often served with chapati or rice.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Pigeon peas
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- For garnish finely chopped Cilantro (coriander leaves)
Instructions
- Rinse the pigeon peas and place them in a large pot.
- Add enough water to cover the peas and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
- While the peas are cooking, heat coconut milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- In another pan, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the tomato, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to the onion and garlic mixture. Cook for a few minutes.
- Pour the tomato mixture into the pot with the cooked pigeon peas and stir well.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 5g
- 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.