Choroko Sauce

Description Edit

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

Ingredients Edit

• 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 Edit

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.