Turkish-Style White Bean Stew

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) dried white beans, soaked overnight 2 cups (400g) dried white beans, soaked overnight
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 6g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 15g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Drain and rinse the soaked white beans.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
4. 4.
   Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften.
5. 5.
   Add the soaked white beans, paprika, cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot. Mix well to coat the beans with the spices.
6. 6.
   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. 7.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the stew has thickened.
8. 8.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. 9.
   Serve the Turkish-Style White Bean Stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Dried white beans — Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and ensures they cook evenly. Rinse the soaked beans before using them in the recipe.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smokier flavor, you can add a small amount of smoked paprika to the stew.
• If you prefer a thicker consistency, mash some of the cooked beans with a fork or blend a portion of the stew before serving.
• To add a touch of freshness, squeeze some lemon juice over the stew just before serving.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to deepen and develop further.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish-Style White Bean Stew hot with a side of fluffy rice or crusty bread. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a comforting and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

When serving the stew, garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro to add a pop of color. You can also drizzle a little olive oil on top for an extra touch of richness.