Turkish-inspired · bean stew
Turkish Kuru Fasulye White Bean Stew
Tender white beans simmer in a simple tomato, onion, and paprika broth for a comforting pantry dinner.
Total time20 min
Hands-on12 min
Cleanuplow
Serves4
Cook
Make dinner
- 01
Cook the onion in olive oil in a saucepan until soft, 6 to 8 minutes.
- 02
Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and mint for 1 minute, then add beans, broth, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 03
Simmer uncovered for 12 minutes, crushing a few beans against the side of the pan to thicken the broth.
- 04
Finish with parsley and black pepper and serve hot.
Make it work
Useful swaps
- Use cannellini, navy, or butter beans.
- Add diced carrots with the onion for extra sweetness.
Why this is a good weeknight call
Only 12 minutes are hands-on. It keeps the cleanup to one main pan. The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.
