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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.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 250 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Turkish
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 Information
Calories
250kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
440mg
(18%)
Potassium
1018mg
(29%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
93IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
131mg
(13%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 440mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 1018mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 93IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 13% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.