African village lifestyle. kidney beans recipe.cook with me. Togo West Africa 🇹🇬🇹🇬

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often more affordable and still nutritious.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with easier availability.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using bouillon cubes can reduce costs while adding flavor.

Soak kidney beans in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and carrots; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add the soaked kidney beans, bay leaves, thyme, and salt; reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender.

Stir in chopped cabbage and scotch bonnet pepper; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with black pepper and lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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