Cookbook:Waakyne (Ghanaian Rice and Beans)

Waakyne is a popular meal cooked in West Africa. It is commonly eaten for breakfast or lunch, where it can be served with boiled eggs, fried plaintain, meat, fish, and even spaghetti.

Ingredients

 * 3 cups dried black-eyed peas
 * 4 dried millet stalk leaves, rinsed
 * 5 cups uncooked jasmine rice
 * Salt

Procedure

 * 1) Pick over the beans to remove any debris. Wash well, then drain and transfer to a pressure cooker.
 * 2) Add the dried millet stalk leaves along with enough water to fully cover the beans by a couple inches.
 * 3) Close the valve of the pressure cooker and leave it until it reaches its full pressure. This should not take more than 15 minutes.
 * 4) Once it has reached its full pressure, reduce the heat and leave for an additional 15 minutes for the beans to cook.
 * 5) Let cool down naturally and depressurize—this should take around 20 minutes. Once the pot is adequately cooled, open the lid.
 * 6) Transfer the contents of the pressure cooker to another pot, and stir in the rice. If needed, add enough water to cook the rice. Season to taste with salt.
 * 7) Simmer over low heat until the rice is fully cooked.
 * 8) Remove the millet stalk leaves, and serve with your favourite side dish.