World Flavors Cookbook

Sólet (Hungarian Jewish Bean Stew)

A slow-cooked bean stew with barley, onions, and smoked meat, traditionally prepared for the Jewish Sabbath.

Cuisine: Hungary

Ingredients

• kidney beans
• pearl barley
• onions
• garlic
• goose or beef fat
• smoked meat
• hard-boiled eggs
• paprika

Instructions

1. Soak beans overnight
2. Place all ingredients in a heavy pot
3. Slow cook overnight or for several hours
4. Serve with the whole eggs cooked inside