"Learn How to Make Red Red: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Popular Ghanaian Dish"

How to prepare Red Red, a popular Ghanaian dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 cups of black-eyed beans

- 1 onion, chopped

- 1 teaspoon of ginger paste

- 1 teaspoon of garlic paste

- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil

- 2 teaspoons of tomato paste

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 1 teaspoon of ground pepper

- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme

- 1 teaspoon of paprika

- Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Sort and wash the black-eyed beans in cold water. Soak them in water for at least 3 hours (or overnight).

2. Drain the water from the soaked beans and add them to a large pot. Add enough water to cover the beans, then bring to a boil over medium heat.

3. Reduce the heat to low and allow the beans to simmer for about 30-45 minutes, or until they are tender.

4. Drain the beans in a colander and set aside.

5. In a separate pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

6. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened.

7. Add the ginger paste, garlic paste, tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, ground pepper, dried thyme, paprika, and salt.

8. Stir well and cook for about 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture has reduced and thickened.

9. Add the cooked beans to the tomato mixture and stir well to combine.

10. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through.

11. Serve hot with fried plantains, bread, or rice.

Red Red is a delicious and nutritious Ghanaian dish that is perfect for any occasion. With this easy-to-follow guide, you can now prepare this classic dish at home and enjoy it with your family and friends. So go ahead and give it a try!