One-Pot Spicy Cameroonian Bean Stew with Palm Oil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A hearty one-pot stew combining tender beans with fiery spices and rich palm oil, perfect for a comforting meal. This Ethiopian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs dry black-eyed peas, palm oil, onion, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry black-eyed peas
• 4 tbsp palm oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 1 small scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dry black-eyed peas and soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain before cooking.
2. Step 2: Heat 4 tablespoons palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger, sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion is soft and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 chopped medium fresh tomatoes and 1 small finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for 6-7 minutes until the tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens.
4. Step 4: Add the soaked black-eyed peas, 4 cups vegetable broth or water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Stir well.
5. Step 5: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes until the beans are tender and the stew thickens. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Step 6: Adjust seasoning and serve hot with steamed rice or fufu for a satisfying meal.