A thick sauce of beans is a Burundi dish.
1 1-pound can beans (limas, pinto, kidney, or black-eyed peas)
3 onions, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, mashed
¼ to ½ cup oil
1 to 2 chili peppers or ½ to 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons salt
Drain beans. Sauté onions and garlic in hot oil until onions are transparent and soft. Add beans, chilies, and salt. Continue sautéing about 5 minutes more.
Variation: Dried beans may be used. Soak 1 cup beans overnight. Simmer until tender. Drain.
6 servings
country : Burundi
course : vegan dish
source : Best of Regional African Cooking / Harva Hachten