Description
This Simple Traditional Pasulj Recipe is a flavorful Serbian bean soup that is hearty and comforting. Made with a mix of dried white kidney beans, Romano beans, smoked sausages, and vegetables, this soup is perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 2 tablespoons Animal Fat or Butter
- 1 1/2 cups Dried White Kidney Beans
- 1 1/2 cups Dried Romano Beans
- 4 Smoked Sausages, roughly chopped
- 2 Onions, finely diced
- 2 Carrots, shredded or diced
- 1 Dried Bay leaf
- 1/2 lb Smoked Ribs or Smoked Bacon (optional)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Seasoning
Thickener:
- 1/4 cup Animal Fat or Butter
- 4 cloves Garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: Soak and cover beans for at least 6 hours, then drain. Boil the beans in fresh water for 20 minutes. Drain again and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large soup pot, heat oil and brown the smoked sausage for about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, heat animal fat or butter. Sauté the onions, carrots, and salt for about 5 minutes, until the onions are soft.
- Combine: Add the beans, sausage, about 4 liters of water, bay leaf, and any optional smoked meat to the pot and cook on medium heat for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if needed.
- Make the Thickener: In a small pan, heat animal fat or butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the flour and cook for 30 more seconds. Add smoked paprika, stir, and remove from heat.
- Thicken the Soup: Slowly pour the thickener into the soup while stirring. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add smoked ribs or bacon.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
