Lima Beans

Fanesca is a unique Ecuadorian soup characterized by its thick consistency, consisting of fresh Andean grains, beans, peas, and lentils, combined with salt cod cooked in milk. There should be 12 different grains and beans in the soup, symbolizing ... READ MORE

Tavče gravče is the national dish of North Macedonia consisting of beans stewed with onions, oil, dried pepper flakes, and seasonings such as salt, parsley, and black pepper. Although it is primarily a vegetarian dish, some recipes call for the ad... READ MORE

Plato paceño is a traditional dish consisting of a combination of lima beans, potatoes, corn, and fried cheese. In La Paz, it is typically consumed for lunch or dinner. Although the dish typically does not contain meat, there are many Boliv... READ MORE

Chupe de pescado is a traditional and Ecuadorian fish soup that's especially popular during Lent. Although it doesn't take too long to prepare the soup, it contains many ingredients, such as white fish (usually cod), flour, olive oil, tomatoes, ca... READ MORE

Ensalada de pallares is a traditional salad prepared with a combination of lima beans (locally known as pallar), white vinegar, lime juice, oregano, black pepper, chili peppers, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. The beans should be soaked overnight ... READ MORE

This slow-cooked corn (hominy) and bean stew is made with vegetables (plantains, sweet potatoes, squash, and yams), meat (marinated pork, chorizo sausages, or tuna), and spices (bay leaves, garlic, and pimento). It is the perfect “poor man&r... READ MORE

Baghali ghatogh is a traditional dish originating from northern Iran. The dish is usually made with a combination of lima beans, dill, eggs, butter, turmeric, garlic, saffron, salt, and pepper. The turmeric and garlic are cooked in butter until fr... READ MORE

Chairo is a traditional thick soup with pre-Colombian origins. It is made with the unique Bolivian chuño starch, meat (usually beef and lamb), cooked wheat, and vegetables such as carrots, onions, and corn. The soup is often additionally fl... READ MORE

Kabaro au curry is a traditional dish originating from Madagascar. It’s usually made with a combination of lima beans, onions, tomatoes, olive oil, curry powder, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. The beans are soaked overnight ... READ MORE

Picante de Pallares is a traditional bean stew originating from Peru. It’s usually made with a combination of lima beans (locally known as pallar), potatoes, garlic, onions, evaporated milk, fresh cheese such as queso fresco, oregano, salt, ... READ MORE

Insalata di tonno, fagioli e cipolla is a traditional salad that's especially popular in Tuscany. Although there are numerous variations, the salad is often made with a combination of tuna (tinned in brine), onions, cannellini (lima) beans, olive ... READ MORE

Roti chaud is a traditional flatbread originating from Mauritius. This snack is essentially a roti flatbread that's filled with rougaille (tomato-based sauce) and butter bean curry known as gros pois. The flatbread is filled, rolled into a wrap, t... READ MORE

Jagacida is a Cape Verdean dish with Portuguese influences, prepared with a combination of long-grain rice, bay leaves, paprika, tomato paste, onions, garlic, kidney beans, olive oil, and white pepper. The ingredients are combined, and the dish is... READ MORE

Morusa or morusa de pallares is a traditional dish originating from Peru. This lima bean purée is made with a combination of lima beans, butter, salt, and pepper. The beans are covered with water in a large pot, then cooked over medium heat... READ MORE