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.
3 cups dried black-eyed peas
4 dried millet stalk leaves, rinsed
5 cups uncooked jasmine rice
Salt
Pick over the beans to remove any debris. Wash well, then drain and transfer to a pressure cooker.
Add the dried millet stalk leaves along with enough water to fully cover the beans by a couple inches.
Close the valve of the pressure cooker and leave it until it reaches its full pressure. This should not take more than 15 minutes.
15 minutes
Once it has reached its full pressure, reduce the heat and leave for an additional 15 minutes for the beans to cook.
15 minutes
Let cool down naturally and depressurize—this should take around 20 minutes. Once the pot is adequately cooled, open the lid.
20 minutes
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.
Simmer over low heat until the rice is fully cooked.
Remove the millet stalk leaves, and serve with your favourite side dish.