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Lobio

Lobio

Classic Georgian Lobio is a hearty and aromatic red bean stew deeply rooted in traditional cuisine. Flavored with savory, crushed garlic, and fresh cilantro, it offers a rich and comforting texture. It is best enjoyed either warm or at room temperature alongside freshly baked mchadi and pickles.

Prep20 min
Cook90 min
Servings6
Cal/serving369
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Ingredients

Servings
6
  • garlic cloves5 კბილი
  • Thyme1 სუფრის-კოვზი
  • ground coriander1 სუფრის-კოვზი
  • Ground Red Pepper1 ჩაის-კოვზი
  • Vegetable oil3 სუფრის-კოვზი

Instructions

7 steps
  1. 1

    Sort and thoroughly rinse 500 g of dry red beans. Optionally, soak them in cold water for a few hours or overnight to reduce cooking time.

    10 min

  2. 2

    Place the beans in a deep pot and cover with fresh water by 3-4 cm above the surface. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer on low for about 1-1.5 hours until the beans are completely tender.

    80 min

    100°C

  3. 3

    Finely chop 300 g of onions. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet and sauté the onions over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until translucent and lightly golden.

    10 min

  4. 4

    While the beans cook, crush 5 garlic cloves in a mortar with 10 g salt, 1 tbsp savory (thyme), 1 tbsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp ground red pepper until a smooth paste forms.

    5 min

  5. 5

    Partially mash the cooked beans directly in the pot using a wooden spoon or potato masher to create a thick, creamy consistency. Stir in the sautéed onions with their oil and the spiced garlic paste.

    5 min

  6. 6

    Add 50 g of finely chopped fresh cilantro. Simmer over low heat for another 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then remove from heat.

    7 min

    90°C

  7. 7

    Cover the pot and let the lobio rest for 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors fully settle.

    10 min

Nutrition

1 serving ≈ 292 g

Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.

369
kcal
19.5g
Protein
57.8g
Carbs
8.5g
Fat
14.9g
Fiber

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