VEGETARIAN BLACK EYED BEANS "LOUVI" - STAVROS' KITCHEN - CYPRIOT CUISINE

black eyed beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce costs.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are a budget-friendly herb alternative.

Wash the black-eyed beans with cold water.

Put the washed beans in a pan and cover them with cold water.

Bring the beans to a simmer and boil for about 10-15 minutes.

After 10 minutes, change the water when it turns dark.

Add fresh boiling water just enough to cover the beans.

Add a chicken stock cube (or vegetable stock cube for vegetarian).

Add courgettes and green beans to the pan.

Sprinkle with olive oil and add half a lemon to prevent browning.

Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Add wild rocket and season with salt and pepper, then mix.

Serve the dish either cold or hot, garnished with parsley.

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