Spicy Butter Bean & Kale Stew with Quick Flatbreads
A delightful and hearty stew featuring creamy butter beans and nutrient-packed kale, paired with quick homemade flatbreads, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Stew
- 2 Cloves Garlic Aromatic and pungent.
- 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Infuses warmth and a hint of sweetness.
- 800 g Chopped Tomatoes Forms the rich, saucy foundation.
- 800 g Butter Beans Two 400g cans, adds protein and a creamy texture.
- 600 ml Vegetable Stock Key for achieving depth in the stew.
- 250 g Kale Nutrient-rich leafy green.
- 1 Lemon Lemon For zest and juice.
- 100 g Yogurt Adds a cooling touch.
- 50 g Feta Used for serving, crumbled.
- 25 g Parsley For garnish.
For the Flatbreads
- 250 g Self Raising Flour Essential for fluffy and light flatbreads.
- 250 g Full-Fat Yogurt Forms the basis of the flatbread dough.
- Olive Oil Olive Oil For sautéing and brushing the flatbreads.
- Salt & Black Pepper Essential spices for flavor enhancement.
Instructions
Preparation
- Finely chop the parsley stalks, setting the leaves aside for later.
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Grate garlic into the pan, add smoked paprika and parsley stalks, sauté for about one minute.
Cooking the Stew
- Add chopped tomatoes, butter beans, and vegetable stock to the pan.
- Let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until ingredients soften and flavors intensify.
- Add kale and stir until wilted, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Making Flatbreads
- In a mixing bowl, combine self-raising flour, yogurt, and a teaspoon of salt.
- Mix until a sticky dough forms and dust a surface with flour.
- Divide into six balls, flatten and roll to about 1cm thick.
- Cook flatbreads in a hot, dry pan for 2 to 4 minutes on each side.
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt after removing from the pan.
Serving
- Ladle the stew into bowls, top with yogurt, olive oil, crumbled feta, parsley leaves, and lemon juice.
- Serve warm flatbreads alongside for dipping.
Notes
Customize spices for added flavor; the stew can be made a day in advance for deeper flavor. Consider adding fresh herbs like cilantro or dill.