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Black Bean Tabbouleh in cumin and coriander

This Middle Eastern Tabbouleh leans on cumin and coriander to do the heavy lifting. We crisp the Black Bean for real depth, then bring it together in one pan.

4.6 from 3,830 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook12 min
Serves2
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Black Bean Tabbouleh in cumin and coriander
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the cumin and coriander elements, and pat the black bean dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the black beans and crisp until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the tahini and the rest of the cumin and coriander flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the baby potatoes along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the chopped mint and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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