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Za'atar Black Bean Ragu

A charred take on Black Bean Ragu, built on za'atar and finished the way we like it. Ready in about 1 hr 10 min and easily enough for 2 people.

4.9 from 3,147 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook50 min
Serves2
LevelAdvanced
Free to cook
Za'atar Black Bean Ragu
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the za'atar 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 bake until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the za'atar and the rest of the za'atar flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the leek along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

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

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