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Kenyan Githeri Corn and Bean Stew

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Kenyan Githeri Corn and Bean Stew Kenyan recipe Githeri corn and bean stew is an easy African food recipe high fiber, high protein one-pot dish popular with the Kikuyu people of Kenya. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Corn and Bean Stew  Kenyan Githeri Corn and Bean Stew Recipe Ingredients 3 cups frozen corn kernels 2 cup of cooked beans, any type, drained and rinsed 2 large tomatoes diced 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove minced 2 green onions chopped ¼ teaspoon curry powder 1 tablespoon palm oil 1 cup of water Directions In a large pot, add oil, onions, garlic, and saute, 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add remaining ingredients and stir well. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Did you know? Kenya's Kikuyu people make up 22 percent of the population of Kenya. Mount Kenya is regarded as a holy mountain by the Kikuyu and Meru communities. They use the mountain for traditional rituals based on the be...