Corn Moi- moi (Steamed Corn Pudding) By Nigerian Food TV
Corn Moi- moi also known as Nni Oka, Igbankwu Oka, Ekoki, Ukpo Oka Or Sapala, is the Nigerian- style ”Tamales”(steamed corn Pudding).
It is a meal that is native to the eastern part of Nigeria. It is usually served during traditional engagements and taste really good.
Corn Moi- moi is also a healthy meal and quite filling due to its high fiber content, so if you’re on a weight loss program this is a meal you can add to your diet, simply substitute the palm oil for tomato stew or your favorite oil and enjoy☺.
5 pieces Fresh Corn on cob OR 500 grams Corn meal(corn flour, not corn starch)
1 handful dry large Prawns or dry fish (fresh prawns goes well too)
1 grilled fish (or soft smoked fish)(deboned) (optional)
5 medium Onion bulbs( Onions adds to the taste of this meal)
A Handful chopped Spinach Or Ugwu Or Scent leaves(efirin,nchuawun) (optional)
Chili pepper/scotch bonnet pepper(atarodo)(to taste)
Water (as needed to form a smooth paste)
Salt to taste
Containers of choice for steaming the Moimoi( you can make use of uma leaves, banana leaves , foil bags, heat proof nylons or bowls)
Ingredients
5 pieces Fresh Corn on cob OR 500 grams Corn meal(corn flour, not corn starch)
1 handful dry large Prawns or dry fish (fresh prawns goes well too)
1 grilled fish (or soft smoked fish)(deboned) (optional)
5 medium Onion bulbs( Onions adds to the taste of this meal)
A Handful chopped Spinach Or Ugwu Or Scent leaves(efirin,nchuawun) (optional)
Chili pepper/scotch bonnet pepper(atarodo)(to taste)
Water (as needed to form a smooth paste)
Salt to taste
Containers of choice for steaming the Moimoi( you can make use of uma leaves, banana leaves , foil bags, heat proof nylons or bowls)
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