Loubia White Bean Stew

Name: Loubia White Bean Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, finely diced; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp sweet paprika; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 14 oz crushed tomatoes; 2 cans cannellini or Great Northern beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed; 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

50 minEasyServes 4300 cal/serving

North AfricanDinnerStovetopVeganMediterraneanHigh FiberGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

3 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp sweet paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
14 oz crushed tomatoes
2 cans cannellini or Great Northern beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 finely diced yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 7 minutes.
2

Add 6 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp sweet paprika, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
3

Pour in 14 oz crushed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce darkens slightly.
4

Add 2 cans drained, rinsed cannellini or Great Northern beans (15 oz) and 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth. Season with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
5

Partially cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Using the back of a spoon, crush some of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the stew.
6

Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and taste for seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley. Serve with crusty bread.

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What is Loubia White Bean Stew?

A hearty North African white bean stew simmered with tomatoes, cumin, paprika, and plenty of garlic until the beans are silky and the sauce is deeply flavored. Simple pantry ingredients produce a profoundly satisfying vegan meal. This reference files it under North African dinner: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How long does Loubia White Bean Stew take?

As written, 50 minutes: 15 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (20 minutes): "Partially cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally."

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Loubia White Bean Stew?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Loubia White Bean Stew uses 2 cans cannellini or Great Northern beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed.

How hot is Loubia White Bean Stew?

Moderately. The heat in Loubia White Bean Stew comes from 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I freeze Loubia White Bean Stew?

Yes. Refrigerate what is left of Loubia White Bean Stew within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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