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Heritage from the Black Sea: Bean Diblesi

  • Preparation Time
    10 mins
  • Cook Time
    20 mins
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We will talk a little about a delicious tradition that originated in the kitchens of steaming houses in the Black Sea region and spread to many parts of Anatolia. Dible is a recipe with different varieties that is frequently made in the Black Sea cuisine. It is prepared from dry or fresh vegetables. It is based on the principle that vegetables such as eggplant, cabbage and potatoes are combined with rice and cooked in a single pot.

It is a delicious alternative for those who do not want to cook side dishes and main dishes separately. Among all vegetables, beans are the most consumed and loved one. Bean diblesi, which acts as a complete main course with rice, is a candidate to be the savior of your dinners. Some people lightly boil and cook the beans, some grate and add tomatoes. While there are recipes that include potatoes or other vegetables, it can also be made from dried beans. However, today we will be telling you the simplest and most well-known one.

So, let us leave you alone with the Black Sea heritage guest of the table you will enjoy. Enjoy your meal!

Ingredients

rice
onion
butter
salt
olive oil
black pepper
tomatoes
green beans

Follow the directions

1

Step
5 Mins

Peel the onion and chop it into small cubes.

2

Step
5 Mins

Sort the beans and chop them finely. Peel the tomatoes and cut them into cubes.

3

Step
5 Mins

Put butter, olive oil and onions in a deep pot. Start frying by mixing.

4

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5 Mins

Add the beans and fry for 2-3 minutes.

5

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5 Mins

After sautéing the beans for a bit, add the tomatoes.

6

Step
5 Mins

Mix well and add water to ensure your beans are cooked. The amount of water you add will vary depending on the type of beans you have. So add little by little.

7

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5 Mins

Once the beans begin to cook slightly, add the rice, salt and spices.

8

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5 Mins

Add enough water to cover the ingredients, close the lid and cook on low heat for another 10-15 minutes.

9

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5 Mins

When the rice is soft and cooked, remove it from the stove and serve hot. Bon appetit!