Spiced Bean Stew (georgian Lobio)

Spiced Bean Stew, also known as Georgian Lobio, is a hearty and flavorful dish from the Caucasus region. This vegetarian stew is packed with protein and aromatic spices, making it a perfect comfort food for a cozy night in.

Spiced Bean Stew (georgian Lobio)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups kidney beans, cooked
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground fenugreek
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the ground coriander, fenugreek, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and cooked kidney beans.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Simmer the stew for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well combined.
  6. Serve the spiced bean stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving bowls Soup ladle

Serving suggestions

Served with crusty bread or over rice, this spiced bean stew makes a satisfying and complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra richness, you can add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream on top of the stew before serving.

Cost

$10