Ghormeh Lubia Recipe
Buttery soft kidney red beans slowly cooked in a tomato-based sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beans
Soak the kidney beans overnight in water. Drain and rinse them before cooking.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Chop the tomatoes and add them to the pot along with salt, black pepper, and turmeric. Cook until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Combine Beans and Water
Add the soaked kidney beans to the pot along with water and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
- 5
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- 6
Finish the Dish
Once the beans are cooked, stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.