Sousboontjies
Sousboontjies. Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors that make this dish a timeless favorite.
Zutaten
- 2 Tassen dried sugar beans (or 2 cans, drained)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 Esslöffel Öl
- 2 Esslöffel Zucker
- 2 Esslöffel Essig
- 2 Esslöffel tomato sauce (ketchup)
- 1 Esslöffel chutney (like Mrs Ball’s)
- 1 tsp Salz
- ½ tsp schwarzer Pfeffer
- 1-2 Tassen water (as needed)
Anleitungen
- Cook the beans (if using dried): Soak overnight, then boil until soft (about 1–1.5 hours). Drain and set aside.
- Fry the onion: Heat oil in a pot and sauté the chopped onion until soft and lightly golden.
- Add flavourings: Stir in sugar, vinegar, tomato sauce, chutney, salt, and pepper.
- Combine beans: Add the cooked beans and mix well.
- Simmer: Add a bit of water and let everything simmer gently for 20–30 minutes until thick and glossy.
- Taste and adjust: Balance sweetness and acidity by adding more sugar or vinegar if needed.
