KENYA – Merry Christmas from Kenya! Follow along with Grace as she shows you how to cook this traditional Kenyan Christmas dish. Kenyan Christmas Githeri is a simple dish, but don’t let that fool you! This delicious Kenyan staple will be loved by adults and kids alike. Made with boiled corn, beans, and other vegetables, Githeri is a great healthy addition to any Christmas table. Clean up is a breeze, since everything is cooked in one pot. As the delicious smell of onion, garlic, and curry fills your kitchen, consider joining with Operation Blessing as we strive to put food into the hands of the hungry around the world. Visit ob.org/hunger to learn how you can get involved. And for more delicious holiday recipes from around the world, visit ob.org/holidayrecipes. Merry Christmas!
Ingredients
- ½ Can diced tomatoes
- 3 Chopped bell peppers
- 2 Diced potatoes
- 2 Cloves minced garlic
- 1 Chopped onion
- 1 Cup frozen corn
- 1 Can of kidney beans
- ½ Teaspoon curry powder
- 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 Tablespoon of oil
- 1 Cup of water
Preparation For Kenyan Christmas Githeri
- Mix corn and beans in a large bowl
- Rinse, drain, and set aside for later
- Heat oil over medium heat
- Add onions and cook until soft
- Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds
- Add tomatoes and cook until soft
- Add potatoes and cook until done
- Stir in corn and beans from earlier
- Add paprika
- Add curry powder
- Stir well to prevent burning
- Add 1 cup of water
- Stir and let cook for 15 minutes
- Add the bell peppers last
- Cook for 2 more minutes
- Enjoy
