Turkish-Style Beans in Tomato Sauce with Rice

Turkish-Style Beans in Tomato Sauce with Rice

A comforting Anatolian dish made heartier with meat and served with rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 jar CEREN Beans in Tomato Sauce
  • 200 g beef or lamb cubes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup hot water or broth
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the meat: In a pot, heat olive oil. Sear beef cubes until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Sauté base: In the same pot, cook onion and green pepper until soft. Add paprika and stir for 1 minute.

Add beans: Stir in CEREN Beans in Tomato Sauce and browned meat. Pour in hot water or broth.

Simmer: Cover and simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes until meat is tender and flavors meld.

Serve: Traditionally served with rice pilaf or bulgur pilaf.