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Koki

Steamed bean cake - festive dish. This authentic Jamaican koki brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. Worth the moderate effort.

36
Prep (min)
84
Cook (min)
6
Servings
296
Calories

Ingredients

  • β€’black-eyed peas
  • β€’palm oil
  • β€’banana leaves
  • β€’4 cloves garlic, minced
  • β€’1 medium onion, diced
  • β€’allspice to taste
  • β€’1 teaspoon scotch bonnet
  • β€’Salt and pepper to taste
  • β€’2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: black-eyed peas, palm oil, banana leaves. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and allspice. Let marinate 1-2 hours.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Jerk marinating - this is essential for authentic Jamaican flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with allspice and scotch bonnet. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately while hot.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional rice and peas.

Nutrition (per serving)

296
Calories
9g
Protein
51g
Carbs
17g
Fat

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