Cozy Kenyan Githeri
Githeri is a cozy Kenyan dish of maize and beans simmered until tender. Simple, hearty, and perfect on its own or with stew, veggies, or kachumbari.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, diced (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes with juices)
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp curry powder (optional)
- ¼ cup vegetable stock (or water)
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- First, heat the oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Then, add the onion and garlic; sauté for 4–5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Next, stir in the diced tomato (or canned tomatoes) and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly broken down.
- Add the beans, corn, stock, curry powder (if using), and cilantro and stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve hot on its own or with rice, quinoa, or kachumbari.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 portionCalories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 65mgPotassium: 465mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 462IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 2mg
Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!