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Bambara Bean & Plantain Traybake

Irresistible Bambara Bean & Plantain Traybake for Cozy Nights

A delicious vegan dish featuring Bambara beans and plantains, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: African
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Bambara Beans Substitute with black beans if needed.
  • 2 medium Plantains Choose slightly overripe for more flavor.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can swap for yellow onion.
  • 1 medium Courgette (Zucchini) Can replace with bell peppers.
  • 1 medium Red Peppers Any variety of bell pepper will work.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with diced regular tomatoes.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder Cumin can act as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Chilli Powder Adjust to taste.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Substitute with any light vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Coconut oil can be a tropical alternative.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) Optional.
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Mayo Tahini or cashew cream can be used.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Roasting Tin
  • Saucepan
  • non-stick skillet
  • Baking Tray
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a large roasting tin, combine the chopped red onion, courgette, and red peppers. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan, add the drained Bambara beans, coriander powder, smoked paprika, and chilli powder. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until well coated.
  4. In a non-stick skillet, heat vegetable oil and fry the sliced plantains for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Combine the roasted vegetables, prepared Bambara beans, and crispy plantains, and return to oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together vegan mayo, lemon juice, and maple syrup until smooth.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally over rice or flatbreads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For an impressive presentation, garnish with fresh coriander or sprinkle with nuts or seeds before serving.

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