Modern Tanchi Okchi
Ingredients
- 1 Quart any kind of bean. Precooked or Dry (Dry Beans need to soak overnight)
- 1 Quart Pumpkin or Squash, large diced
- 2 Quarts Vegetable Stock or Veggie Stock
- 2 Quarts Water, add as needed
- 2 Cups Spinach Leaves or Kale
- 1/2 Cup Corn Meal to thicken
- 1 Cup Bacon or Salt Pork
- Salt and Pepper
Cooking Instructions
- Prepare and gather all ingredients
- Soak Dry beans ahead of time or buy canned
- Bring your stock/water up to a boil
- Add in your beans and pork
- Lower to a simmer, simmer for 2 hours
- When beans are tender, add in squash
- When the squash is tender, add cornmeal to thicken your stew
- Bring up to a boil and then down to a simmer
- Add in your greens
- Season to taste with salt and pepper
- Serve with biscuits, frybread, or cornbread
