Ingredients
Stovetop Version
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika powder (optional)
- ⅓ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Dash of salt & black pepper
- 1 can (15oz) canned white beans (Cannellini, Navy, or Great Northern), drained
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instant Pot Version
- ¾ cup dry white beans (Cannellini, Navy, or Great Northern), soaked overnight and drained
- 1 ½ – 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika powder (optional)
- ⅓ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Dash of salt & black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Beans (Instant Pot method only): Soak the dry white beans overnight in water covering by 2 inches, then drain before cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Instant Pot set to sauté mode over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Cook Tomatoes: Add the chopped fresh tomatoes to the pot and let simmer for about 5 minutes until they soften thoroughly.
- Add Spices: Mix in the ground cumin, paprika, smoked paprika (if using), turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute allowing the spices to release their flavors.
- Add Beans and Liquids: For stovetop, add canned white beans (drained), 1 cup vegetable broth, and tomato paste. For Instant Pot, add soaked beans, 1 ½ – 2 cups vegetable broth, and tomato paste.
- Simmer (Stovetop): Let the stew simmer gently for 5-10 minutes until it thickens and flavors meld. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Pressure Cook (Instant Pot): Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, set to high pressure and cook for 17 minutes. After cooking, allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then perform quick release by moving the pressure release handle to venting.
- Thicken Sauce (Instant Pot): If the sauce is watery, use sauté mode again and simmer until desired thickness is reached. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the stew with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Serve warm with pita or naan bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Soaking dry beans overnight reduces cooking time and aids digestion.
- If canned beans are used in Instant Pot version, adjust the cooking time accordingly or omit pressure cooking step to avoid overcooked beans.
- Smoked paprika is optional but adds a nice depth of smoky flavor.
- Adjust broth quantity depending on desired stew thickness.
- Loubia can be served as a main dish or side.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley brighten the stew just before serving.
- This dish pairs well with flatbreads such as pita or naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes stovetop, 35 minutes Instant Pot (including pressure release)
- Category: Stew
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Vegetarian
