Githeri

Ingredients7

• dried maize kernels250 g
• dried red kidney beans200 g
• onion1
• tomatoes2
• vegetable oil2 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• water1.5 L

Method

1. Rinse the maize and beans, then soak them together in plenty of water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked maize and beans, cover with fresh water, and boil until both are tender, about 1 hour 30 minutes, adding water if needed.
3. Finely chop the onion and dice the tomatoes.
4. Heat the oil in a pan, fry the onion until soft, then add the tomatoes and cook until they break down.
5. Stir the cooked maize and beans into the tomato mixture, season with salt, and simmer for 10 minutes until the flavors combine.
6. Serve hot as a simple one-pot meal.