Hearty Sucuklu Kuru Fasulye Recipe
Why This Recipe Works
- Authentic Beans: We use Bodrum White Kidney Beans (1kg) for their creamy texture.
- Premium Olive Oil: The rich flavor of Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil brings it all together.
- Pepper Paste for Depth: Bodrum Mild Pepper Paste adds umami depth.
- Perfect Seasoning: A touch of Bodrum Black Pepper and Pepper Flakes for 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
- 3 cups hot water or stock
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: After soaking beans overnight, rinse and cook in fresh water until tender but not mushy (45-50 mins). Set aside.
- Cook the Sucuk: Heat 2 tbsp Bodrum Olive Oil in a pan. Sauté sliced Sucuk until crisp and fragrant. Set aside.
- Build the Flavor Base: In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, then stir in Bodrum Mild Pepper Paste and grated tomato until sauce thickens.
- Combine & Simmer: Add beans, sucuk, salt, and spices. Pour in hot water. Simmer gently for 20-30 minutes until flavors meld.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot with rice or fresh bread. Garnish with parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
Tips for the Perfect Kuru Fasulye
- Soak the Beans: Essential for a creamy texture and faster cooking.
- Don’t Rush: Slow simmering is the secret to a thick, rich broth.
- Pairing: Serve with Turkish rice pilaf, pickles, or cacık.
Enjoy your soul-warming Sucuklu Kuru Fasulye, made with premium Bodrum Foods products!