Lobio "Lebia Harkalia"
2 servings
60 minutes
Lobio 'Lebia Kharkalia' is a traditional Georgian dish filled with the aromas of Caucasian cuisine. Its roots trace back to history where beans played a key role in the diet of the Georgian people. The dish is distinguished by its rich flavor due to the combination of beans, fried onions, and greens. Ground coriander and red pepper add a special spiciness, while walnuts contribute softness and pleasant texture. Lobio is a versatile dish: it can be served hot or cold, used as an appetizer or main course. It pairs especially well with Georgian 'shoti' bread and a glass of robust red wine. Lobio 'Lebia Kharkalia' is a gastronomic journey into the heart of Georgia, its hospitable homes, and festive atmosphere.
1
Pour the washed beans into a pot with 8-9 cups of water and cook until the beans absorb moisture.
- Red beans: 3 glasss
2
While the beans are boiling, lightly fry the onion in vegetable oil, cutting it into half rings.
- Onion: 4 g
3
Drain the beans using a colander and add them to the pan with onions.
- Red beans: 3 glasss
- Onion: 4 g
4
Fry for 15 minutes, stirring and mashing the beans so that half of them are crushed.
- Red beans: 3 glasss
5
Now we add greens and spices - finely chopped garlic and herbs, ground coriander, and red pepper. We salt.
- Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 bunchs
- Garlic: 4 g
- Ground coriander: pinch
- Ground red pepper: pinch
- Salt: to taste
6
Walnuts can also be added, chopped beforehand.
- Walnuts: 70 g