Kenyan Corn and Beans (Githeri) Recipe

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Kenyan Corn and Beans (Githeri)
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Directions:

  1. Add the corn and beans to a large pot with enough water just to cover. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer until cooked through, 8-10 minutes.
  3. Variations: substitute hominy for the corn. Cook the beans and corn with some chopped potatoes and chopped greens; mash together well. Use any kind of beans; pinto,kidney,black-eyed peas,green peas or pigeon peas. To give the dish more flavor and texture, add some chopped greens, sauteed onions, cubed potatoes or cassava, stew meat or a little curry powder.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 17.62 Kcal (74 kJ)
Calories from fat 1.39 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.15g 0%
Sodium 2.44mg 0%
Potassium 59.83mg 1%
Total Carbs 3.93g 1%
Sugars 0.71g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.84g 3%
Protein 0.71g 1%
Vitamin C 2.3mg 4%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 5.8mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 63.15 Kcal (264 kJ)
Calories from fat 4.97 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.55g 0%
Sodium 8.73mg 0%
Potassium 214.44mg 1%
Total Carbs 14.07g 1%
Sugars 2.55g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 3%
Protein 2.55g 1%
Vitamin C 8.3mg 4%
Iron 1mg 2%
Calcium 20.8mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 0.2
    Points
  • 0
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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