Madesu (mahalagi): congolese black beans in tomato sauce recipe

Name: Madesu (mahalagi): congolese black beans in tomato sauce recipe
Prep time: 38 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Congo
Ingredients: Neutral oil : 60 milliliters; Onion : 1/2; Tomato : 250 milliliters; Tomato paste : 1.5 tablespoon; Black Beans (Cans) : 1080 milliliters; Cayenne pepper (Flakes) : 1/2 tablespoon; Montreal Steak Spices : 1/2 tablespoon; Vegetable stock (Powder) : 1/2 tablespoon; Bay Leaves : 2; Salt : 1 pinch; Water : 125 milliliters

Discover madesu, also known as mahalagi, a traditional Congolese dish made with black beans cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. This recipe is rich in flavor and is a staple of Congolese cuisine, perfect for a comforting and hearty meal. Easy to make, this dish can be served with rice, plantains, or fufu. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this delicious Congolese dish that the whole family will love.

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Preparation 38 min
Servings 6
Level Débutant

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Preparation steps

Step 1
Finely chop the onions.
Heat the oil in the pan and cook the onions for about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add the tomatoes and tomato paste.
Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
Step 3
Rinse the beans and add them to the tomatoes.
Mix well.
Step 4
Add the spices, bay leaves, and salt.
Cook for about 8 minutes, still over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the water, mix, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 6
You can add a bit more water if you prefer more sauce.