Behold the Dreamers

Behold the Dreamers

by

Imbolo Mbue

Moi Moi Term Analysis

Also known as moin-moin, it is a pudding made with black-eyed peas, or koki beans, and wrapped in banana leaves. The dish is popular in both Cameroon and Nigeria and is often accompanied with fried plantains. It is one of the dishes that someone brings over for the Jongas’ farewell party.
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Moi Moi Term Timeline in Behold the Dreamers

The timeline below shows where the term Moi Moi appears in Behold the Dreamers. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 59
Family and Belonging Theme Icon
...something to eat: fried plantains, bitter leaf soup, egusi stew, poulet DG, grilled tilapia, attiéké, moi moi , soya, jollof rice, curry chicken, and pounded yams. They eat and dance in Betty’s... (full context)