This dish is very versatile- you can make it in different ways depending on your preference. A fancy version of this pudding is made with meats or fish to enrich the flavor, but the vegetarian version is just as good. Although this dish is traditionally made with red oil, most people make the dish omitting palm oil in favor of fresh red pepper for its bright vibrant color ,flavor and as a healthy alternative.
Modern home cooks and even women selling this pudding on the streets use baking containers and ramekins to steam the pudding. Feel free to choose any container to steam the dish. If using banana / plantain leaves, lightly smoked over open flame for ease of use. You can also use foil paper or combine both of them. Serve this dish with a variety of starch (yams, plantains, rice, bread, ogi etc.) for breakfast lunch or dinner. It freezes well so you can make this bean pudding well in advance and stock up.
