Githeri (Kenyan Maize and Bean Stew)
A one pot Kenyan stew of kidney beans and sweetcorn with tomato, carrot and turmeric.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.31 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Fry the onion and carrot for 8 minutes until soft.
8 min - 2
Add the garlic, turmeric, coriander and paprika and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Stir in the tomatoes and salt and cook for 5 minutes until they break down.
5 min - 4
Add the beans, sweetcorn, potato and water. Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes, until the potato is tender.
20 min - 5
Mash a few of the beans against the side of the pan to thicken the stew. If it is too thick add a splash of water.
- 6
Scatter with the coriander and serve with ugali, rice or sukuma wiki.
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