Greek Cooking Diaries: Fasolada (bean soup), Shrimp Curry, First Swim | Episode 2

canned beans

🥗Healthier: dried beans

💰Cheaper: canned lentils

Dried beans are more nutritious and can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is fresher and can be more flavorful.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili adds flavor without extra cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add canned beans, bay leaves, and season with salt and black pepper.

Reduce heat and let simmer for 20-30 minutes to meld flavors.

Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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