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Pasulj Recipe (Serbian Bean Soup)

Comforting Pasulj Recipe: Hearty Serbian Bean Soup Delight

This Authentic Pasulj Recipe (Serbian Bean Soup) is a hearty dish that fills your belly and heart with warmth.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Serbian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups Dried White Kidney Beans Soak for 6 hours before cooking
  • 2 cups Dried Romano Beans Soak for 6 hours before cooking
For the Flavor
  • 1 lb Smoked Sausages can be substituted or omitted
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 1 leaf Dried Bay Leaf
  • 1 tbsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Seasoning
For the Richness
  • 2 tbsp Animal Fat or Butter olive oil can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For Thickening and Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Flour or a gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika adjust to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 lb Smoked Ribs/Bacon leave out for a lighter dish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • small pan
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak both the dried white kidney beans and Romano beans in a large bowl of water overnight. Drain and place them in a pot with fresh water.
  2. Bring to a boil and cook for about 20 minutes; then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of fat or butter over medium heat. Add the smoked sausage cut into bite-sized pieces and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
  4. Add chopped onions and diced carrots to the pot with a pinch of salt. Sauté for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  5. Add pre-soaked beans, browned sausage, enough water to cover (about 6 cups), and the dried bay leaf. Simmer partially covered for 40-45 minutes.
  6. In a small pan, melt a tablespoon of fat or butter, add minced garlic, and sauté briefly. Whisk in flour and smoked paprika until combined.
  7. Gradually pour the thickening mixture into the soup while stirring. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a quicker version, swap dried beans for canned ones to save time on preparation.

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