Enjoy Barbunya Pilaki, a traditional Turkish dish with borlotti beans simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal.
Step:1 Borlotti beans, tomatoes, onions, garlic, olive oil, carrots, celery, bay leaves, parsley, and seasoning.
Step:2 Soak dried borlotti beans overnight, then cook until tender. If using canned beans, simply rinse and drain.
Step:3 Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened and aromatic.
Step:4 Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, forming a rich, flavorful sauce.
Step:5 Add the cooked or canned borlotti beans to the tomato sauce. Mix well to coat the beans evenly with the sauce.
Step:6 Add bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture until the beans absorb the flavors and the sauce thickens.
Step:7 Stir in fresh parsley for added freshness and color. Adjust seasoning to taste for the perfect balance of flavors.
Step:8 Serve Barbunya Pilaki warm or at room temperature. Ideal with crusty bread or as a side dish with rice. Enjoy the savory goodness!