Akidi, also known as Akidi beans, is a delicacy popular among the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. It is made from freshly harvested black-eyed peas and garnished with palm oil and other local seasonings.
Overview It is easy to cook and has a clean, grassy flavor. It can be garnished with African eggplant and enjoyed as breakfast or lunch. Akidi is a nutrient-dense legume known for its high protein content. The ingredients used in preparing it include:
black-eyed peas (akidi) onion scotch bonnet peppers palm oil dried crayfish salt black pepper stock cube Water
Akidi is a quick food that can be prepared between 10 - 15 minutes.
Health benefits Based on its nutritional composition, half a cup of cooked Akidi contains 23 mg of calcium, 7.5 g of dietary fiber, 114 kcal of energy, and 20.39 g of carbohydrates. Its nutritional value also makes it a good source of Vitamin K, zinc, iron, magnesium, and potassium, making it a suitable local source of a balanced diet.
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