Red Red

Red red is a Ghanaian meal made of black eyed peas and plantain fried in palm oil/vegetable oil. The meal gets its name from the red hue imparted by the red palm oil (zomi) and fried plantain. Fish, such as canned mackerel or pilchards, black eyed peas, scotch bonnet peppers, onions, oil, and tomatoes are common ingredients in red red. In Ghana, it is frequently referred to as "kokoo ne beans." Red red is commonly eaten with fish, although it can also be served as a vegetarian dish. For a full dinner, serve with fried plantain, avocado, rice or garri.

Red red is a famous Ghanaian stew made with beans, red palm oil, tomato paste, and seasonings such garlic, ginger, chili, and onions. Some cooks choose to add meat or fish broth to the stew, although this is entirely optional. Traditionally, the stew is served with fried plantains on the side. This slow-cooked black-eyed peas stew is the ultimate belly warmer that will keep you warm and satisfied. The traditional Ghanaian meal red red is prepared with West African beans, palm oil, and tomatoes. A delicious and filling stew suitable for the whole family. This wonderful Ghanaian dish mixes a creamy beans stew with fried plantain for the ideal warming main course.