KENYAN CORN AND BEANS (GITHERI)
Githeri is a simple yet nourishing dish that originated with the Kikuyu tribe. The combination of beans and corn supplies a full complement of protein for the often protein-poor Kenyans. Posted for ZWT7-Africa. Found on the internet.
Provided by CJAY8248
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 1 pot, 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add the corn and beans to a large pot with enough water just to cover. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until cooked through, 8-10 minutes.
- Variations: substitute hominy for the corn. Cook the beans and corn with some chopped potatoes and chopped greens; mash together well. Use any kind of beans; pinto,kidney,black-eyed peas,green peas or pigeon peas. To give the dish more flavor and texture, add some chopped greens, sauteed onions, cubed potatoes or cassava, stew meat or a little curry powder.
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