Moroccan Braised Beans
A hearty and flavorful North African-inspired stew made with tender broad beans and a blend of aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- β1 pound broad beansfresh or frozen
- β2 tablespoons zaalouk pasteor substitute with a combination of smoked paprika and garlic
- β2 tablespoons olive oilor other neutral oil
- β1 medium onionchopped
- β2 cloves garlicminced
- β1 teaspoon cuminground
- β1 teaspoon corianderground
- β1/2 teaspoon saltor to taste
- β1/4 teaspoon black pepperor to taste
- β1/4 cup chopped fresh parsleyoptional, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the broad beans, zaalouk paste, and 2 cups of water to the pot.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 25-30 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
- 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- 8
Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.