Let This Bowl of Brothy Beans Cure What Ails You
Let This Bowl of Brothy Beans Cure What Ails You
January 6, 2025
As winter settles in, it’s the perfect time for a dish that’s both comforting and nourishing. These brothy ayocote beans are the ultimate cold-weather meal—hearty enough to feel indulgent, yet light enough to satisfy without weighing you down. These beans are the perfect vegetarian protein: creamy inside with an almost meaty texture and serious umami that creates a beautiful, unctuous broth bolstered by avocado leaves and dried chiles. Sure, you could eat the beans on their own, but why not gild the lily with a bright take on chimichurri and a slab of asadero cheese, fried until golden and crisp on the edges, while soft and melty in the middle? This dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort and health, making it the ideal meal for those chilly nights when a warm, satisfying bowl is all you need.
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Hi Nikola! Avocado leaves are usually dried and add a bit of earthy, anise-like flavor to beans. If you can’t find them, bay leaves are a good substitute, or even a bit of thyme or oregano. You could also try ground coriander or fennel seeds for that anise flavor. Hope that helps! Let us know if you have more questions.
Hi, I don’t have avocado leaves atm, nor have I ever seen them in the UK (and I’m quite adventurous with my ingredients!). Is this something you purchase as a dried herb? Can you detail what their purpose is, for flavour or digestion or if there is a substitute? Thanks