Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Beans--the Ugandan Way

Dried pinto beans (24 oz bag)
salt
olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3-4 carrots, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
diced tomatoes (28oz can)
3-4 Tbls beef masala (or garam masala)
4-5 Tbls beef flavoring (or beef cubes)

Put beans in a large pot and cover with water. Let soak overnight.

Drain the water, and cover beans with fresh water by about three inches. Add some salt and bring to a boil (on high heat). Add beef (or garam) masala and beef flavoring. Turn heat to medium and boil for about 45 minutes.

While the beans cook.... In a large skillet, heat 3 Tbls olive oil on medium heat. Sautee the onions, peppers, and carrots. Once the vegetables are a bit softened, add the garlic and sautee for a few minutes more. Add the can of diced tomatoes (juice included) and stir. Simmer on low heat for another five or so minutes.

Add the vegetable mixure to the beans, and continue to simmer until the beans are nice and soft. Add more water, salt, masala, or beef flavoring as needed for your desired taste.

Serve over rice.

(Source: http://www.myuglycouch.com/ugandan-beans-n-rice/)

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