Cucumaria with beans

1 serving

60 minutes

Cucumaria with beans is an unusual and exquisite dish of Russian cuisine that combines marine and traditional flavors. Cucumaria, a sea creature with a delicate, slightly sweet taste, pairs wonderfully with beans, adding density and richness to the dish. The tomato sauce with spices and citric acid highlights the marine freshness, while herbs add a piquant note. The dish has roots in coastal regions where seafood has long been an important part of the diet. It is perfect for both everyday and festive meals, served hot with aromatic herbs. The harmony of ingredients makes it unforgettable and special in the gastronomic world.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 332.7
• Proteins: 13.8g
• Fats: 26.1g
• Carbohydrates: 11.5g

Ingredients

• Beans: 80 g
• Cucumaria: 150 g
• Onion: 45 g
• Fat: 25 g
• Tomato paste: 10 g
• Wheat flour: 5 g
• Green: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Spices: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Citric acid: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Soak the beans, preferably overnight.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beans: 80 g

2. Boil, then drain the broth.

3. Add tomato sauce prepared as follows: fry flour in fat while stirring, dilute with bean broth. Also add onion, tomato paste, citric acid, spices, salt, and cook for 20-25 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 5 g
   • Fat: 25 g
   • Onion: 45 g
   • Tomato paste: 10 g
   • Citric acid:  pinch
   • Spices:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Strain, then add boiled cucumber, salt, pepper, mix, and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumaria: 150 g
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

5. Sprinkle with greens when serving.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green:  to taste