Gidheri recipe/Gidheri recipe the kenyan way (Maize and Beans recipe)

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and widely available.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is often cheaper while still providing a neutral flavor.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Kale is often more affordable and adds nutrients.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Leeks can be less expensive and offer a similar flavor profile.

Soak maize and kidney beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked maize and beans.

Combine maize, kidney beans, and water in a large pot.

Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, carrots, and green pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add the cooked maize and beans to the vegetable mixture.

Season with salt, black pepper, and coriander; stir to combine.

Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to blend flavors.

Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh coriander.

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