Kubika Nyemba - Village food - Boiling cow peas - Nyemba

Soak nyemba beans in water overnight to soften.

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 tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped green bell pepper and carrot; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add the soaked nyemba beans to the pot and stir well.

Pour in enough water to cover the beans and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beans are tender, about 45-60 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, coriander, and cumin to taste.

Stir in chopped cabbage and spinach; cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed and remove from heat.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

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