Aflenyo (steamed bean and maize cake)

Instructions

1. Drain the soaked beans, rub off the skins between your hands, then blend them with a little water into a paste.
2. Roughly blend the maize or mix it with the maize meal, then add it to the bean paste.
3. Finely chop the onion and chilli, then mix them in with the palm oil, salt and pepper.
4. Stir well to get a soft, even batter.
5. Pour the batter into greased moulds, cover with foil and place in a steamer pot.
6. Steam for 60 minutes, then let rest for 5 minutes before turning out and serving.