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pasulj recipe

Simple Traditional Pasulj Recipe (Serbian Bean Soup)

5 from 2 votes
Pasulj is a traditional Serbian bean soup, rich with smoky flavors and perfect for cozy, cold days. Simple to make, it’s a comforting, hearty dish that’s sure to satisfy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking Beans: 6 hours
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Serbian
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Soup:
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Animal Fat or Butter
  • 1 ½ cup Dried White Kidney Beans
  • 1 ½ cup Dried Romano Beans
  • 4 Smoked Sausages roughly chopped
  • 2 Onions finely diced
  • 2 Carrots shredded or diced
  • 1 Dried Bay leaf
  • ½ lb Smoked Ribs or Smoked Bacon optional
  • 2 ½ teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Seasoning
For the Thickener:
  • ¼ cup Animal fat or Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic grated
  • 2 tablespoon Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Beans: Soak and cover beans for at least 6 hours, then drain. Boil the beans in fresh water for 20 minutes. Drain again and set aside.
  2. Cook the Sausage: In a large soup pot, heat oil and brown the smoked sausage for about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, heat animal fat or butter. Sauté the onions, carrots, and salt for about 5 minutes, until the onions are soft.
  4. Combine: Add the beans, sausage, about 4 liters of water, bay leaf, and any optional smoked meat to the pot and . Cook on medium heat for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more cups of water if needed to keep the pot full.
  5. Make the Thickener: In a small pan, heat animal fat or butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the flour and cook for 30 more seconds. Add smoked paprika, stir, and remove from heat.
  6. Thicken the Soup: Slowly pour the thickener into the soup while stirring. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes.
  7. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
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