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Kenya · Kenyan
Githeri
A Kenyan maize and bean dish cooked with onion, tomato and mild spices.
- Kenyan
- 50 min total time
- 4 base servings
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Servings
Adapted for 4 servingsVersion
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Classic
A Kenyan maize and bean dish cooked with onion, tomato and mild spices.
This classic version is plant-based.
This version
- Classic
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
Version
Contains
Ingredients
- 350gcooked maize kernels
- 350gcooked kidney beans
- 130gonion, chopped
- 220gtomato, diced
- 2garlic cloves, minced
- 20mlneutral oil
- 2gground cumin
- 320mlwater
- 6gfine salt
Cooking method
Pot
- Cook base
Cook onion and garlic in oil until soft, then add cumin.
- Add tomato
Add diced tomato and cook until it breaks down into a light sauce.
- Add maize and beans
Stir in cooked maize, beans, water and salt.
- Simmer
Cook gently until flavors combine and texture is tender but not mushy.
Frequently asked questions
Can I batch-cook githeri?
Yes. It reheats well and can be portioned for several meals.
Can I use broth instead of water?
You can, but plain water keeps seasoning controlled and simple.
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