"This Lebanese-inspired dish combines tender beans with vibrant Swiss chard, fragrant fresh coriander, and garlic in a warmly spiced stew. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor from turmeric, allspice, and lemon, it's a nourishing vegan option. Enjoy it as a hearty side or satisfying main course."
🥗 Ingredients (9 items)
Method 2 Steps
- 1
After soaking the dry beans overnight, rinse them, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp bicarbonate of soda. Ensure all beans are coated, then let rest for 10 minutes. Rinse well and cook the beans in unsalted water. Drain, reserving some cooking liquid.
- 2
In a wok-style pan, heat some olive oil and fry the onion until lightly golden. Add the garlic and chopped coriander, stir-fry for 1 minute, then add the drained beans, Swiss chard, lemon juice, salt, and spices. Mix in a splash of reserved cooking liquid and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove from heat and serve at room temperature or slightly warm, drizzled with olive oil. Enjoy as a side with bread, spring onions, and radishes, or as a main vegan/vegetarian meal.
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