Ugandan Choroko Sauce

"Choroko Sauce is a traditional Ugandan recipe for a classic vegetarian stew of mung beans and potatoes cooked in red palm oil. Can be served with Mandazi recipe#456757. Prep time does not include soaking time."
 
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Ready In:
2hrs 20mins
Ingredients:
7
Serves:
6-8
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ingredients

  • 300 g dried mung beans
  • 2 tablespoons palm oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces (medium)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • salt and black pepper
  • 120 ml water
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directions

  • Cover the beans with water and soak overnight. The next day drain and rinse the beans. Cover with water in a pot and allow to simmer until tender(about 90minutes). Add more water if needed.
  • Drain the beans and mash with a fork.
  • Meanwhile fry the onions and garlic in the oil for a few minutes. Add the tomatoes and fry for 5 minutes. Add this fried mixture to the beans, fold to mix in and season with salt and black pepper. Place in a pan with the 120ml water and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes then serve over rice or with Mandazi.

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<p>I am a trained chef, but my career has taken a back seat to my family and my sanity. I do work part time as a pastry chef/prep cook/expo at a small restaurant. It's really nice to work part time and do something I love.</p> <p>I have a&nbsp;five year old son, a newborn baby girl (as of 2013)&nbsp;and have been married for&nbsp;8 years. <br /><br /><br /></p>
 
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