December 9, 2024RECIPES
Istrian Maneštra
PREPARATION TIME: 90 minutes
DIFFICULTY: easy
Ingredients
- 250 g dried beans (e.g. pinto or cranberry beans), soaked overnight
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 100 g corn (optional, depending on regional variation)
- 100 g cured pork (bones, pancetta, or prosciutto rind)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water or light vegetable broth (about 1.5 L)
Preparation
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In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion, garlic, and celery until soft.
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Add the cured meat and let it brown lightly to release flavor.
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Add soaked beans and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes.
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Add diced potatoes, carrots, bay leaf, and corn (if using). Continue simmering for another 45 minutes, or until beans and vegetables are tender.
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Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Now you’ve made Istrian Maneštra — a comforting village soup full of heart and heritage.
Recommended products
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Red Wine Merlot Fiore
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ORGANIC OIL
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