Umngqusho
Umngqusho, also known as Samp and Beans, is a traditional South African dish made from slowly cooked sugar beans and samp (crushed corn kernels). It's a hearty and nutritious dish often served with a side of meat or vegetables.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Pepper - To taste
- Thyme - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, chopped
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Water - 6 cups
- Sugar beans - 1 cup
- Samp - 2 cups
Let's Get Started
- Soak the samp and beans in water overnight.
- Drain the samp and beans, then place them in a large pot with the water and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the samp and beans are soft and the water has been absorbed.
- In a separate pan, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the pot with the samp and beans. Stir in the thyme and season with pepper.
- Continue to cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the umngqusho hot, with a side of meat or vegetables if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g
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