Umncocotsi (bean and vegetable soup)

Instructions

1. Soak the beans in cold water overnight, then drain them.
2. Put the beans in a large pot with 1.5 l of water and bring to the boil.
3. Skim the surface, lower the heat and cook for 1 hour, until the beans are nearly tender.
4. Meanwhile, slice the onions and fry them in the oil until golden.
5. Add the sliced carrots, the shredded cabbage, the turmeric and the salt to the pot with the beans.
6. Stir in the fried onions and simmer for another 20 to 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the soup is thick.