Name: Simple Traditional Pasulj Recipe (Serbian Bean Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: Serbian
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups dried white kidney beans; 1 ½ cups dried Romano beans; 4 smoked sausages, roughly chopped; 2 onions, finely diced; 2 carrots, shredded or diced; 4 cloves garlic, grated; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 dried bay leaf; Salt and black pepper to taste

Description

Discover the warmth and comfort of our Simple Traditional Pasulj Recipe (Serbian Bean Soup), a hearty dish perfect for chilly days. This delightful bean soup features a robust blend of flavors, combining tender beans, savory smoked sausage, and aromatic vegetables to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe is ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy a bowlful of rustic goodness that not only warms your soul but also nourishes your body!

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups dried white kidney beans
1 ½ cups dried Romano beans
4 smoked sausages, roughly chopped
2 onions, finely diced
2 carrots, shredded or diced
4 cloves garlic, grated
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 dried bay leaf
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Soak the beans in water for at least 6 hours; drain and boil in fresh water for about 20 minutes. Drain again.
In a large soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the smoked sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots until soft (about 5 minutes).
Return the sausage to the pot along with both types of beans, bay leaf, and approximately 4 liters of water. Cook over medium heat for about 40–45 minutes.
In a small pan, combine garlic with some oil; cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and smoked paprika.
Slowly add this mixture to the soup while stirring continuously; let simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Boiling/Sautéing
Cuisine: Serbian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Soaking beans overnight can enhance texture. Feel free to adjust spices or add your preferred vegetables. This soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or pickled vegetables.