Loubia b’Dersa

Ingredients

What you’ll need

• 1 lb dried white beans (soaked overnight)
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 1.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 fresh grated tomato
• 6 cups water
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• fresh parsley

Method

How it comes together

1. 1

   Mash garlic, paprika, cayenne, cumin, and 1/2 tsp salt in a mortar and pestle to form a smooth dersa paste.

2. 2

   Fry dersa paste in olive oil in a pot over medium-low heat (300°F / 150°C) for 30 seconds (do not burn the garlic).

3. 3

   Add tomato paste and grated tomato; cook for 3 minutes. Stir in drained white beans and 6 cups water. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Cover and simmer on low (190°F / 88°C) for 60-90 minutes until beans are creamy-tender. Stir in remaining salt once beans soften.

5. 5

   Cook uncovered for 10 minutes to reduce. Finish with a drizzle of vinegar and chopped parsley.