Stewed Beans

This stewed bean dish is a popular staple in Rwanda. It's the kidney bean version! This staple is cooked and served alongside many other Rwandan traditional dishes. These kidney beans are widely grown and can be found in most local markets.

To soften the dried kidney beans, soak them in water overnight. The water is then drained the next day, and sweated onions and grated tomatoes are added and allowed to warm through for a while. Then, a little water is added and the mixture is left to simmer for a few hours to achieve the creamy texture when eaten.

This traditional Rwandan dish is rarely eaten alone. Locals pair it with Ugali, Isombe, avocados, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin.