Recipes for Change: Jollof fonio with black-eyed peas
Black-eyed peas are not only an important ingredient in the local cuisine of The Gambia and Senegal – they are climate-resilient, too. Try them yourself with this delicious fonio recipe.
A stew made with sustainable ingredients is comfort food at its best: good for you and good for the planet. This stew, presented by Chef Pierre Thiam, is inspired by ingredients from his childhood in Senegal. It features black-eyed peas (also known as cow peas), a central cultural element of West African cuisines.
In addition to being a great source of protein and fibre, black-eyed peas add nitrogen to the soil as they grow, helping other crops thrive. This recipe combines them with vitamin- and antioxidant-rich butternut squash and spinach to create a delicious, affordable, nutrient-packed meal.
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