How to Make Delicious Dry Bean Stew with Chicken? A Step-by-Step Guide

Q: Can I use fresh beans instead of dry beans in this recipe?
A: While this recipe is designed for dry beans, you can use fresh beans, but the cooking time and texture will vary.

Q: Is it necessary to use cola in the recipe?
A: Cola adds a unique sweetness and depth to the dish, but it can be omitted or substituted with a similar sweet liquid.

Q: How can I make this dish spicier?
A: To increase the spiciness, add more chili peppers or include a pinch of chili flakes.

Dry Bean and Chicken Stew

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Ingredients:

• 3 Chicken legs
• Dry beans, as needed
• 3 Shiitake mushrooms
• Green onions, ginger, garlic, as needed
• 1 Chili pepper
• 1 Onion
• Cilantro, as needed
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cola
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cooking wine

Instructions:

1. Heat oil and sauté all aromatic ingredients (green onions, ginger, garlic). Add chicken legs and fry until fragrant.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of cola, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of cooking wine to the chicken.
3. Add dry beans and shiitake mushrooms. If the soup is less, add 1 bowl of water and stew for 20 minutes.
4. Before taking out of the stove, add cilantro. Serve hot.

Nutrition:

• Rich in protein from chicken
• Contains dietary fiber from beans and mushrooms
• Low in saturated fats