Gigantes Plaki

3 steps · 15 min total

1. 01

   Soak and Simmer Beans

   First, soak the butter beans overnight in plenty of water. The next day, drain and rinse them well, then transfer to a pan and cover with fresh water. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 50 minutes, until the beans are slightly tender but still have some resistance; they shouldn't be fully soft yet. Drain and set them aside.
2. 02

   Sauté Aromatics and Simmer Sauce

   Preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas 4. In a large frying pan, warm the 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, letting them cook for about 10 minutes until they've softened and turned translucent, but without browning. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of tomato purée and cook for another 1 minute, until it darkens slightly. Now, add the 800g of tomatoes, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, and a pinch of cinnamon. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, then season generously with salt and pepper.