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Kuru Fasulye (Turkish White Bean Stew)

Kuru Fasulye (Turkish White Bean Stew)

Middle Eastern
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123 minutes
4 people
Hardover 60 min or 12+ steps

123 min · 7 steps

Hard: over 60 min or 12+ steps

260 kcalper person
Protein 12g
Carbs 38g
Fats 7g

About this dish

Turkey's classic vegan white bean stew is simmered until the beans are creamy and tender in a rich tomato and pepper sauce, traditionally spooned over rice.

Allergy Info

None

Diet Info

Vegan

Ingredients

Fresh Produce

  • Onionfinely chopped1
  • Garlic clovescrushed2
  • Tomatoesdiced2
  • Red Pepperdiced1

Tins & Jars

  • Tomato paste2 tbsp

Dried Goods

  • Dried cannellini beanssoaked overnight in cold water300 g
  • Water800 ml

Spices & Seasonings

  • Aleppo pepper1 tsp
  • Black pepper0.5 tsp
  • Fine sea salt1 tsp

Oils & Condiments

  • Olive oil3 tbsp

Utensils

  • Large saucepan
  • Chopping board
  • Sharp knife

Method

1

Drain the soaked beans and rinse them well under cold water.

Approx. 5 minutes
2

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and cook the onion until softened.

Approx. 8 minutes
3

Add the garlic and red pepper and cook until fragrant.

Approx. 5 minutes
4

Stir in the tomato paste and diced tomatoes and cook for a few minutes.

Approx. 5 minutes
5

Add the drained beans, Aleppo pepper, black pepper, fine sea salt and water.

Approx. 5 minutes
6

Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer until the beans are completely tender, topping up with water as needed.

Approx. 90 minutes
7

Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.

Approx. 5 minutes