Zimbabwean Beans with Tomatoes and Onions

Name: Zimbabwean Beans with Tomatoes and Onions
Prep time: PT15 minutes
Cook time: PT1 hour 30 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 45 minutes
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Zimbabwe
Ingredients: 500 g Dried beans (e.g., black-eyed peas, kidney beans, or sugar beans, soaked overnight); 1.5 liters Water (or enough to cover beans generously); 1 tbsp Vegetable oil; 1 large Onion (chopped); 2 medium Tomatoes (chopped, or 1/2 cup tomato paste); 0.5 tsp Salt (or to taste); 0.25 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 2 tbsp Peanut butter (optional, for creaminess)

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A simple yet flavorful dish of slow-cooked beans, simmered with tomatoes, onions, and a touch of peanut butter for a creamy, savory finish. This is a versatile side dish or a light main, often enjoyed with sadza.

준비 시간15 minutes

조리 시간1 hour 30 minutes

총 시간1 hour 45 minutes

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원본· Feb 8

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Zimbabwean Beans with Tomatoes and Onions - Zimbabwe traditional dish

🧂 재료

500 g Dried beans(e.g., black-eyed peas, kidney beans, or sugar beans, soaked overnight)
1.5 liters Water(or enough to cover beans generously)
1 tbsp Vegetable oil
1 large Onion(chopped)
2 medium Tomatoes(chopped, or 1/2 cup tomato paste)
0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
0.25 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
2 tbsp Peanut butter(optional, for creaminess)

👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Place them in a large pot and cover with fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until beans are partially tender.
2
While beans are simmering, heat vegetable oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Add chopped tomatoes (or tomato paste) to the onions and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes have broken down.
4
Drain most of the water from the beans, leaving just enough to cover them. Add the sautéed onion and tomato mixture to the pot with the beans.
5
Stir in salt and pepper. If using peanut butter, whisk it with a little hot liquid from the pot until smooth, then stir it into the beans.
6
Cover the pot and continue to simmer on low heat for another 30-45 minutes, or until the beans are fully tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Add more water if it becomes too dry.
7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Soaking beans overnight significantly reduces cooking time and improves digestibility.
✓If you don't have time to soak, use a quick soak method: cover beans with water, bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then let stand for 1 hour before draining and proceeding.
✓The addition of peanut butter is optional but adds a lovely richness and authentic Zimbabwean touch.

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Add a pinch of curry powder or a chopped chili for extra flavor.
Stir in some chopped greens like spinach or collard greens in the last 10 minutes of cooking.