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Kuru fasulye yahni (white bean stew)
Kuru fasulye yahni is a popular and comforting Cypriot white bean stew , with variations of the dish found in Greece and Turkey. Tender white beans are simmered gently in a rich tomato sauce with onions, celery, parsley and a generous amount of ground black pepper for a satisfying warmth. The dish is served simply with quartered onions or spring onions, olives, bread or rice on the side. You can use any variety of white bean you prefer, with most Turkish food stores stocking
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