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Rustic Lobio bean pot with fresh herbs
Thick Georgian bean stew in a pot

Rustic Georgian Bean Pot (Lobio)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
Lobio is Georgia's answer to chili beans, but meatless. This thick, spiced bean ragout is built on the trinity of cilantro, walnuts (often added), and garlic. Traditionally prepared in clay pots, it is cooked until some beans fall apart, naturally thickening the gravy.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 350 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Georgian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot
  • Potato Masher

Instructions

1 ✓

Boil soaked beans in fresh water until tender (60-90 mins).

Tip: Don't salt early; it hardens skins.
2 ✓

Meanwhile, chop onion and garlic and sauté in oil.

3 ✓

When beans are soft, drain most liquid (keep a little). Stir in sautéed onions and spices.

4 ✓

Mash about 1/4 of the beans in the pot with a potato masher. This thickens the stew.

5 ✓

Simmer 5 mins more, garnish with cilantro.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use canned beans?
Yes, cooking time drops to 20 mins, but flavors will be less intense. Rinse cans before use.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Dry Red Kidney Beans (soaked overnight)
  • 1 medium Red Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 4 cups Water