Waakye with Fried Plantains

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

2. 2

   Drain the soaked black-eyed peas and place them in a pot with 2 cups of water. Add the baking soda and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the peas are tender.

4. 4

   Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

5. 5

   Add the rinsed rice to the pot with the cooked black-eyed peas. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and stir well.

6. 6

   Cover the pot and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.

7. 7

   While the rice and peas are cooking, peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

8. 8

   Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

9. 9

   Fry the plantain slices in the hot oil until they are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

10. 10

    Remove the fried plantains from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

11. 11

    Serve the Waakye (rice and black-eyed peas) with the fried plantains on the side. Enjoy your meal!