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Githeri

Posted on Feb 23rd, 2023
by Aderinsola Adeosun
Categories:
  • African Recipes
  • Dinner
Kenyan Githeri

This delectable traditional Kenyan dish is made with precooked beans and maize that are then fried. It is a unique Kenyan dish that frequently includes a range of veggies, creating total deliciousness.

Pre-cooked and fried black-eyed peas together with freshly picked corn, celery, carrots, onions, and tomatoes make this delicious dish that is suitable for family get-togethers and everyday dinner.

Enjoy this classic githeri recipe!

Kenyan Githeri

Aderinsola Adeosun
Pre-cooked and fried black-eyed peas together with freshly picked corn, celery, carrots, onions, and tomatoes make this delicious dish that is suitable for family get-togethers and everyday dinner.
4.84 from 49 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 52 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 2 minutes mins
Course Brunch
Cuisine African
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1/2 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp garlic grated
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cups pre-cooked black-eyed peas
  • 1 cup pre-cooked corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 3 medium-sized tomatoes
  • 2 tsp beef seasoning powder

Instructions
 

Precooking of Githeri

  • Place the well-washed beans and corn in a pressure cooker, add some salt and 3 cups of water. Cook for 20 minutes.

Cooking Githeri

  • Heat the canola oil in a saucepan and add the onions, ginger, and garlic and fry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the curry powder and bay leaves and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Blend the tomatoes and add to the mixture, giving it a good stir. Cover to cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Add the carrots and celery and cook for another 3 minutes, then add the pre-cooked black-eyed peas and corn (githeri), and the beef seasoning powder.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the githeri to blend into the sauce, then add the green, red, and yellow bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Serve hot with any side dish of your choice.

Notes

 
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  • Easy Meals
  • Vegan

Aderinsola Adeosun

Aderin is a Nigerian foodie who is extremely passionate about the African culture and food. Aderin is currently living in Europe where she studies Public Alimentation.

3 Comments Hide Comments

HS says:
March 4, 2025 at 8:43 am

2 stars
Seasonings and ingredients don’t match the recipe!

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Chef's Pencil Staff says:
March 10, 2025 at 11:18 pm

Thanks for your feedback. We talked to the chef who submitted the recipe and have edited the recipe based on her feedback. Thanks again for the feedback, we appreciate it!

Chef's Pencil Staff says:
March 14, 2025 at 6:38 pm

Thanks for your feedback! We’ve updated the recipe to ensure the seasonings and ingredients are accurate and properly listed. Let us know if you have any other thoughts—we appreciate your input!

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