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Fasolia

Fasolia Recipe

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Authentic fasolia is a rich Middle Eastern white bean stew simmered with tender lamb or beef in a tomato-based broth. Hearty, protein-rich, and perfect served over rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups dried white beans (navy or cannellini), soaked overnight
  • 1 lb chunks or beef cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups water or light broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 cups cooked vermicelli rice (for serving)
  • 1 tbsp extra olive oil drizzle

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Place dried white beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight (8 hours). Drain and rinse before cooking.
  2. Heat olive oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add lamb or beef cubes and brown until lightly golden on all sides (about 5 to 7 minutes).
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes, soaked beans, cumin, allspice, salt, black pepper, and water or broth. Stir well.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 60 to 90 minutes until beans are tender.
  6. Remove lid and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes if needed to slightly reduce and thicken the tomato broth.
  7. Serve hot over vermicelli rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 15gFiber: 12g

Notes

  • If using canned white beans, reduce cook time to 30 minutes.
  • Adjust salt after beans are fully tender.
  • If stew is too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce.
  • If too thick, add a splash of warm water.

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