Basque Bean And Tuna Stew (basque Comfort: Marmitako De Alubias)
This Basque Bean and Tuna Stew, also known as Marmitako de Alubias, is a comforting and hearty dish from the Basque cuisine. It's perfect for a cozy night in or to warm up during the colder months.
Ingredients
- 2 cans of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cans of tuna, drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the bell peppers and cook until they start to soften.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, broth, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the white beans and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gently fold in the tuna and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Chopping board Knife Can opener Stirring spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basque Bean and Tuna Stew with crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine when simmering the stew.
Cost
$15