Loubia Marocaine (Moroccan Cumin, Ginger & Tomato Braised White Beans) – Authentic Morocco Recipe
Hearty Moroccan street-stall and home favorite of white beans slow-simmered in a rich ginger-cumin tomato broth.
- Country of Origin
- 🇲🇦 Morocco (North Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Creamy white haricot beans, Grated ripe tomatoes, Crusty Moroccan semolina bread, Cumin, Ground ginger
Ingredients for Loubia Marocaine (Moroccan Cumin, Ginger & Tomato Braised White Beans) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) creamy white haricot beans, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups grated ripe tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crusty Moroccan semolina bread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with cumin
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Morocco seasoning (ground ginger, sweet paprika, garlic, fresh cilantro, olive oil drizzle)
- 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and cumin for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in ground ginger, sweet paprika, garlic, fresh cilantro, olive oil drizzle and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Morocco's kitchen.
- Add creamy white haricot beans and grated ripe tomatoes, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
- Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
- Fold in crusty Moroccan semolina bread, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.