Entree: Greece – Λουκάνικο με γίγαντες ➤ Loukaniko me gigantes (Spicy lamb sausage stewed with giant butter beans in tomato sauce)

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 35 min

Total 45 min

Ingredients

- 1 lb (450 g) spicy lamb sausages, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) rounds
- 2 cups (480 g) cooked gigantes or large butter beans (canned or home-cooked)
- 14 oz (400 g) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion (150 g), finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine or water
- 1 tsp (5 ml) dried oregano
- 1 tsp (5 ml) smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sliced sausages and brown lightly, about 3–4 minutes per side; remove and set aside.
2. Add onion to the pan and sauté 5–6 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Stir in smoked paprika and oregano, then add diced tomatoes, wine (or water), bay leaf, and return sausages to the pan.
4. Simmer gently 10 minutes, then add cooked gigantes and simmer an additional 10–15 minutes so flavors meld and sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Remove bay leaf, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot with bread or a side of rice.