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Baked Moi-Moi (Bean cake) with Plantain topping
A gentle embrace of wholesome flavours, this baked bean cake layers velvety-smooth honey beans with fragrant tomato, onion, and garlic, all lightened with olive oil and tenderly whisked into a playful, fluffy batter. Topped with sweet slices of ripe plantain and oven-baked until golden, each slice offers a delightful balance of cosy comfort and nourishing goodness. Warm, inviting, and subtly indulgent, it’s the kind of dish that brings family together with every soft, flavourful bite.
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 thick slices 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups honey beans, soaked and drained
- 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
- 1 large tomato
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup oyster mushrooms, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Water, as needed
Instructions
- Blend the Base
- Rinse the soaked beans and blend with just enough water until completely smooth.
- Separately, blend the tomato, onion, and garlic into a fine paste.
- Combine and season
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the blended beans and tomato paste.
- Add salt, chopped mushrooms, and olive oil. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Whisk for Lightness
- Whisk the mixture vigorously until airy and slightly fluffy—small bubbles along the edge create the perfect texture.
- Layer and Bake
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a baking pan lightly with oil.
- Pour in the bean mixture, smoothing the top.
- Evenly arrange the sliced plantains on top of the bean base.
- Bake Until Set
- Bake in the middle rack for 45–60 minutes, or until a fork or skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve
- Turn off the oven and let the dish cool slightly.
- Transfer to a serving plate, slice into portions, and enjoy!
Notes
Tips for Success!
- Ensure the blended bean and tomato mixture is smooth for perfect texture.
- Whisking until bubbly gives the baked moi moi a lighter crumb.
- Check doneness with a skewer; it should come out clean when set.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing; this helps maintain neat edges and clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Healthy Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: African
Keywords: Baked Moi Moi, Bean cake, Honey beans, Plantain topping, Nigerian savory bake, Vegetable bean bake, Soft bean cake, Family-friendly recipe, Wholesome snack, Easy bean dish, Comfort food, Oven-baked bean cake