Kuru Fasulye (Traditional Turkish White Bean Stew)
Kuru Fasulye is a classic Turkish white bean stew that everyone loves. It combines creamy beans and spices to create a comforting and deeply flavorful dish.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Dried white beans soaked for at least 6 hours
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large Onion diced
- 1 pound Beef cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Pepper paste
- 1 tsp Pul biber (Aleppo pepper)
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Place the white beans in a large bowl and add cold water to cover the white beans. Soak the white beans overnight, or at least 6-8 hours.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the beef, browning it for a few minutes until it develops a nice caramelized crust.
- Add tomato paste and pepper paste, stirring well until fully combined. Add pul biber, black pepper, and salt, cooking everything together.
- Drain the white beans, add them to the beef and onions and stir for a few minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
- Add 4-6 cups of water, covering the ingredients completely. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for about 1 hour or until the beans and beef are tender.
- Serve the stew hot, with a side of rice and a dollop of yogurt for a complete Turkish meal.
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Notes
Use Dried Beans: Using dried beans results in better flavor absorption, creating a richer and more flavorful stew. Canned beans can be mushy and won’t hold up as well in the slow cooking process.
Don’t Skip the Browning: Sautéing the onions and beef until golden gives the stew a deeper, savory flavor. Take the time to caramelize the onions for best results.
Soak Beans Properly: Soaking the beans overnight softens them, helping to reduce cooking time and ensure they achieve the perfect tender texture.
Adjust Spice to Taste: Pul biber adds warmth without overwhelming heat. If you prefer a spicier stew, you can increase the amount slightly or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 1018mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 6mg