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    Published: Apr 2, 2015 · Modified: Aug 2, 2020 by Ajoke

    How to peel beans with a blender or food processor

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    Today, we are learning something new and fun. We are learning to peel beans with a blender or food processor or should I say removing beans coat from scratch in easy steps.

    Say goodbye to waiting hours for soaked before you can peel it or hand peeling. Right let us get to it, it is super quick and fast. 

    black eyed peas in a bowl.

    I have heard about how you can peel beans using a blender or food processor, I never really paid any attention to it as I am very comfortable using my hands to peel. I made Akara recently and I thought now would be a good time to try it. I tell you, I had my doubts and I kept saying to myself, if it doesn’t turn out right, I would just use it like that.  Boy was I wrong, it works like magic and was pretty quick too. The whole process took roughly about 10 minutes which is not bad at all considering I used a small amount of beans.

    If you have not tried this method and you have a blender or food processor, you are missing. When next you want to make akara or moi moi for you and your family, do try this quick method out. It would be worth your time.

    peeled beans.

    What you will need

    Raw beans: black-eyed peas or honey beans

    Water

    Blender/food processor

    How to peel beans with a blender or food processor

    Use the same process with a food processor

    Soak beans with enough water to cover it for 5 minutes (I timed it lol)

    In small batches, add soaked beans to the blender and add enough water to cover

    Pulse like 3-5 times

    collage of processes of peeling beans.
    beans in a blender.

    Repeat this process until you have exhausted the beans.

    Empty the beans into a bowl and rinse till clean and clear of chaff

    What to use peeled beans for 

    In Nigeria, we use peeled beans to make Akara, Ofuluju, Moi moi and Gbegiri. If I have missed anything out on the list, kindly let me know. 

    How to store

    You can preserve peeled beans longer by storing it in a freezer in a Ziploc bag for up to 6 months. Alternatively, you can sun dry it and store in an airtight container. Ensure the beans is completely dry before storing away.

    rinsing peeled beans.
    peeled beans.
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    How to peel beans with a blender or food processor

    Here is a quick procedure for how to peel beans with a blender or food processor. It takes less than 10 minutes and very to make too. Use peeled beans to make Akara, Moi Moi, Gbegiri and Ekuru.
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: African, Nigerian
    Keyword: how to peel beans, peeled beans
    Servings: 4 cups
    Author: Ajoke

    Equipment

    • Blender or Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups black-eyed peas
    • water

    Instructions

    • Cover the beans with warm water and soak for 5 minutes
    • In small batches, add soaked beans to the blender and add enough water to cover
    • Pulse like 3-5 times. transfer pulsed beans into a big bowl. Repeat this process until you have exhausted the beans.
    • Rinse the beans under cold water, getting rid of the chaff at the same time. Add water to the cleans beans and soak for up to 24 hours in the fridge.

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    Comments

    1. Rosemary says

      March 25, 2021 at 7:11 am

      5 stars
      The little girl in my head is screaming right now!!! I tried it and boy was I mesmerized at the efficiency? I've been peeling beans wrong my whole life, I couldn't close my mouth... Thanks bae😘

      Reply
      • Aduragbemi says

        January 11, 2025 at 9:52 am

        I've heard about peeling beans with a blender but tried it for the first time today after reading your blog post. It was so easy and my akara came out all fluffy and yummy. Thank you

        Reply
    2. JP says

      August 19, 2020 at 9:46 am

      I would definitely try this.
      Thank you Joke

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        August 19, 2020 at 11:14 pm

        Thank you, JP, I look forward to your feedback

        Reply
    3. Lauren says

      July 05, 2017 at 1:51 pm

      Many thanks for sharing....I always battle with hand peeling method but I would try this method soonest...kudos and keep up the good work!

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        July 05, 2017 at 9:21 pm

        Thanks Lauren, it works like magic all the time, do let me know how you get on.

        Reply
    4. Racheal oluronke says

      September 22, 2015 at 5:29 pm

      Wow, interesting, will try this tomorrow.thanks for sharing dis.. God bless you ma

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        September 22, 2015 at 6:50 pm

        Thank you and God bless you too Racheal. kindly let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    5. Esther fisayo says

      August 23, 2015 at 11:31 am

      Thanks for sharing, I have done it before but didn't put water at all so d beans was about milling so av learnt it now.

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        August 23, 2015 at 4:14 pm

        You are welcome Esther, kindly let me know how it turns out the next time you try it.

        Reply
    6. shade says

      August 03, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      Am gonna try this tonight. Tanks dear

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        August 06, 2015 at 5:47 pm

        you are welcome Shade, kindly let me know how you get on

        Reply
    7. faith says

      May 16, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      So easy will try it

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        May 20, 2015 at 9:41 am

        please do. thanks Faith

        Reply
    8. Omope says

      April 03, 2015 at 7:33 am

      How fast& easy!

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        April 03, 2015 at 11:33 am

        Thank you very much ma.x

        Reply
    9. Eni Eniola says

      April 02, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      Tanx Esther,you rock my world and kitchen. Eni Eniola

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        April 02, 2015 at 2:35 pm

        Thanks so much Eni for your kind words. x

        Reply
    10. Princess Osta says

      April 02, 2015 at 11:07 am

      Wow!!! This is very good to know. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        April 02, 2015 at 11:14 am

        Thanks Princess Osta, happy to help. Please do check back for more useful kitchen tips and lovely recipes.

        Reply
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