RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE LOUVI ME LAHANA FROM CYPRUS

In Cypriot cuisine, Louvi Me Lahanade is a traditional dish that combines tasty beans with fresh spinach. This simple and comforting recipe is perfect to enjoy any time of the year.

Louvi Me Lahana Ingredients

1 cup Louvana beans (white beans)

1 bunch of fresh spinach

1 large onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 ripe tomatoes, chopped

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon sweet paprika

Olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation of Louvi Me Lahana step by step

Soak the louvana beans in water overnight to soften them.

In a large pot, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they have broken down and form a thick sauce.

Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, and mix well.

Drain the soaked beans and add them to the pot. Cover with water and simmer until the beans are tender.

Wash and chop the spinach and add it to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until they have wilted.

Serve the Louvi Me Lahanade hot, accompanied by a drizzle of olive oil and a little lemon juice if you wish.

Enjoy this delicious and comforting Louvi Me Lahanade recipe brought from Cyprus to your table!