Pigeon peas or fiofio
Pigeon peas are a type of legume scientifically called cajunus casun,they belong to the fabaceae family .they are small round to oral mostly cherry red coloured seeds. However they come in other variations like white,brown. They have a mild flavour which makes them perfect for culinary combination. In Nigeria pigeon peas is called fiofio in Igbo, in housa is called waken_masar or waken and otili or otinli in yoruba . Health benefits of pigeon peas Pigeon peas is a good source of protein,dietary fiber and various vitamins and minerals They health benefits include Regulate blood pressure Promote growth and development Prevent anemia Promote weight loss Boosts energy Heart health Improve digestion Stone free