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Madesu (Stewed Beans)

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Rest Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
Description

Madesu, also known as Maharagi in Swahili, is a traditional Congolese dish made with beans cooked in a rich, spicy tomato sauce. It's a hearty and flavorful stew that pairs well with rice, plantains, or boiled yams. This dish is a staple in many households in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Ingredients
  • 2 cans ⦁ of beans (such as kidney beans or black beans)
  • 1 large ⦁ onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves ⦁ garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, ⦁ chopped
  • 1 red ⦁ bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 habanero ⦁ pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ⦁ tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ ground coriander
  • ⦁ ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ salt
  • 2 cups ⦁ water or vegetable stock
  • ⦁ Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Read it online: https://duabaafrofoods.co.uk/recipe/madesu-stewed-beans/
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