Lebanese White Beans in Tomato Sauce | Fasolia

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Navy beans are often less expensive and still provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option with a neutral flavor.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots add sweetness and are often less expensive.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

Soak dried beans in a large bowl with triple the amount of cold water for 10 to 12 hours overnight.

Drain the soaked beans in a colander and set aside.

Peel and crush or finely chop the garlic cloves.

Peel and dice the onion.

Cut the meat into medium size cubes, about 2 to 3 cm or 1 inch in size.

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Add bay leaves and crushed garlic; sauté for 30 seconds.

Add chopped onions and sauté for another 2 to 3 minutes until translucent.

Add meat cubes, cumin, salt, and black pepper; stir well and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to sear the meat.

Add tomato paste to the saucepan and stir well.

Add drained beans and hot water to the saucepan and stir well.

Bring the sauce to a boil on high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about an hour.

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley.

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