What are cowpeas, what is bitter leaf?
What are cowpeas, what is bitter leaf?
Cowpeas originated in Africa. The cowpea
is also commonly referred to as black-eyed pea however; the bean is a variety
of the cowpea. Cowpeas are an important staple crop in sub-Saharan Africa.
Cowpeas are a valuable source of vegetable protein, vitamins as well as
valuable income.
Bitterleaf is a widely used cooking
vegetable throughout Africa. Bitter leaf has a strong odor and a bitter taste. Yoruba
people call bitter leaf Ewuro and the Igbo tribe Onugbu. The bitter leaf grows
in a large range of biological zones in Africa, produces many leaves, and is
drought tolerant. Here is an easy recipe for Spicy Vegetarian Cowpeas and
Bitter Leaf Stew.
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Spicy Vegetarian Cowpeas and Bitter Leaf Stew
Spicy
Vegetarian Cowpeas and Bitter Leaf Stew Recipe
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Spicy Vegetarian Cowpeas and Bitter Leaf Stew |
Spicy Vegetarian Cowpeas and Bitter Leaf Stew Recipe
Ingredients
2
cups dry cowpeas or black-eyed peas
2
scallions, chopped
3
handfuls of chopped bitter leaf
1
potato, chopped into large chunks
3
cloves whole garlic
1
red chili pepper
5
cups water
Dash
salt
Directions
Place
all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for
30 minutes. Serve with soft bread.