Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with these Miso Sesame Butter Beans! This hearty, high-protein dish is ready in a flash, boasting creamy butter beans swimming in a rich, umami-packed broth. The miso paste adds a depth of flavour that's simply irresistible, while the butter beans provide a fantastic source of fibre and plant-based protein. Perfect for a cosy weeknight treat!
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Finely chop the white onion and mince the garlic cloves. In a frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, then fry for a few minutes until they begin to brown and soften.
Pour in the vegetable stock, add the miso paste, and then add the butter beans along with their brine from the jar. Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly to combine.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes, ensuring all the ingredients are warmed through and the flavours have melded together.
While the beans are warming, slice the spring onions into thin rounds. Gather your toasted sesame seeds and chilli crunch.
Ladle the miso sesame butter beans into a serving bowl. Drizzle with an additional tablespoon of sesame oil, then garnish generously with the chopped spring onions, toasted sesame seeds, and a spoonful of chilli crunch.
For an extra layer of flavour, you can lightly toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute or two before adding them as a garnish.
If you prefer a thicker broth, you can mash a small portion of the butter beans against the side of the pan while simmering to release some of their starch.
Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the delicious, umami-rich broth.