Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of dried fabes (white beans)
- 1 pound of langostinos (prawns)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 6 cups of water
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Strainer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Soak the fabes in water overnight. Drain and rinse them.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until they are soft and translucent.
3. Add the soaked fabes, bay leaves, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. After 2 hours, add the langostinos to the pot. Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the langostinos turn pink.
6. Remove the bay leaves and discard them.
7. Use a strainer to remove any excess water from the pot.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for sautéing, low heat for simmering
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use other types of beans instead of fabes, such as navy beans or cannellini beans.
- If you cannot find langostinos, you can use shrimp instead.
Variations:
- Add chorizo or bacon for a smoky flavor.
- Add diced tomatoes for a tangy flavor.
- Add saffron for a more luxurious flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the beans overnight will help them cook faster and more evenly.
- Stirring the pot occasionally will prevent the beans from sticking to the bottom.
- Adding the langostinos at the end of the cooking process will prevent them from becoming tough and rubbery.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover fabes con langostinos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the fabes con langostinos in a pot over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fabes con langostinos in a large bowl or individual bowls.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
- Pair with a crisp white wine, such as Albariño or Verdejo.
Suggested side dishes:
- A simple green salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
- Roasted vegetables, such as asparagus or Brussels sprouts.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beans are not cooked through after 2 hours, continue simmering until they are tender.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the langostinos until they are pink and opaque throughout.
- Store any leftover fabes con langostinos in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
- Fabes con langostinos is a traditional dish from the Asturias region of Spain.
Flavor profiles:
- The dish has a rich, smoky flavor from the smoked paprika and a slightly sweet flavor from the langostinos.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the fabes con langostinos as a main course for dinner or as a hearty lunch.
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Region: Spanish