Beans in Coconut Sauce (Maharagwe Ya Nasi)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1

Beans in Coconut Sauce (Maharagwe Ya Nasi) Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

Fat

16g

Beans in Coconut Sauce, also known as Maharagwe Ya Nasi, is a popular dish in East African cuisine. This meal combines rich, creamy coconut milk with hearty, protein-packed red kidney beans for a satisfying and filling dish. It is a staple in many homes due to its filling nature and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner with steamed rice, bread or chapati. This recipe is easy to make, and is a perfect dish for those looking to try something new from East African cuisine.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the soaked beans with water and boil them with 8 cups of water until tender.
2.	In a separate pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions and tomatoes until softened.
3.	Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
4.	Add the cooked beans, coconut milk, salt, and black pepper to the pot with the onions and tomatoes.
5.	Simmer until the sauce thickens and the beans are coated in the coconut sauce.
6.	Serve hot with steamed rice or chapati.

PROS

This dish is rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats from the coconut milk.

It is also a great vegetarian option for a filling and satisfying meal.

CONS

The long cooking time for the beans may deter busy home cooks from making this dish often.

It is also a fairly high-calorie dish due to the use of coconut milk.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with fiber from the beans which can aid in digestion and promote heart health.
The coconut milk in the sauce can provide healthy fats and essential vitamins and minerals for the body.

	1 lb red kidney beans , soaked overnight in water
	8 cups water
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2 white onions , diced
	3 plum tomatoes , diced
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	1 cup coconut milk
	salt and black pepper , to taste