Turkish White Bean Stew with Sucuk

Why This Recipe Works

• Authentic Beans: We use Bodrum White Kidney Beans (1kg) for their creamy texture and perfect cooking consistency.
• Premium Olive Oil: The rich, fruity flavor of Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil (1L) brings everything together.
• Pepper Paste for Depth: A spoonful of Bodrum Mild Pepper Paste (700g) adds natural sweetness and umami depth.
• Perfect Seasoning: Just the right touch of Bodrum Black Pepper (100g) and a hint of spice from Bodrum Pepper Flakes (100g) gives this dish its signature warmth.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 cups Bodrum White Kidney Beans (soaked overnight)
• 2 tbsp Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 200g Sucuk (Turkish sausage), sliced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Bodrum Mild Pepper Paste
• 1 medium tomato, grated or blended
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp Bodrum Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Bodrum Pepper Flakes (optional for extra heat)
• 3 cups hot water or stock

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Beans: After soaking the Bodrum White Kidney Beans overnight, rinse and drain them. In a pot, cook them with fresh water until they’re tender but not mushy (about 45-50 minutes). Set aside.
2. Cook the Sucuk: In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Add the sliced Sucuk and cook until slightly crisp and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
3. Build the Flavor Base: In the same pan, add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the Bodrum Mild Pepper Paste and the grated tomato, cooking until the mixture thickens and becomes a rich sauce.
4. Combine & Simmer: Add the cooked beans, Sucuk, salt, Bodrum Black Pepper, and Bodrum Pepper Flakes. Pour in hot water or stock until beans are just covered. Simmer gently for 20-30 minutes until the flavors meld.
5. Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot with fluffy Turkish rice or fresh bread. Garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil for extra richness.

Tips for the Perfect Kuru Fasulye

• Soak the Beans: Overnight soaking reduces cooking time and gives a creamier texture.
• Don’t Rush the Simmer: Slow cooking is key to achieving that deep, comforting flavor.
• Pairing: Serve with Turkish rice, pickles, or even a side of cacık (yogurt with cucumber and garlic).

There you have it — a bowl of hearty, rich, and soul-warming Sucuklu Kuru Fasulye that tastes like home, made with premium Bodrum Foods products. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead!