Choroko Sauce

Description
Although the flavor will be different, Choroko Sauce can also be made with split Peas.

Ingredients

 * 11/2 cups dried Shirakiku® brand mung beans
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 3 medium tomatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
 * 1 large Onion, peeled and chopped
 * 3 or 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
 * 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
 * dash salt
 * dash black pepper
 * 1/2 cup water

Directions

 * 1) Place beans in a medium bowl and cover with water. Let soak overnight.
 * 2) Drain beans in a colander.
 * 3) Fill a medium saucepan half full of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add beans and cook for 1 to 1½ hours or until tender.
 * 4) Drain beans in a colander and place in a medium bowl. Mash well with a fork.
 * 5) In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium heat for 1 minute.
 * 6) Add tomatoes, onions, and garlic and sauté until onions are transparent.
 * 7) Add mashed beans, seasoned salt, salt, black pepper, and ½ cup water and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve over rice or with chapatis.