If you’re a regular reader of my BLOG, you’ll probably notice that I love to cook and it’s my frequent post too π. It’s also one of my stress relief activities apart from many things that I love to do π
Anyway, about this recipe – I got this mixed beans product from my very good friend, she brought it all the way from her home town Kazakhstan (Thank you for introducing this product β€οΈ). And part of me usually would have this moment, trying new dishes and checking what’s on our shelves and when I saw this, I was like, OH MY, I should try this and see how delish is this product.
It’s in Russian – Though I don’t fully understand the Russian language and since I’m learning how to speak Bulgarian; their Cyrillic is pretty much the same, thus I can read and understand some of the words π€
Don’t worry if you don’t have this product, I have some alternatives for you – so you can make this delicious soup at home as well π₯£
So let’s talk about this YelliFood…
The Yelli comes from the Baka tribe or what they used to call Pygmies (Central African Foragers). Typically women will sing this song at dawn to enchant the tropical forests and attract wild animals to ensure the dayβs successful hunt. Listen to this amazing sound of these women singing: Yelli Song
Interestingly, the company founded by photographer and gourmand, Slava and brought these amazing recipes to the home kitchens…And what I love about this, it’s a healthy product and 100% Natural ingredients.
Do check their site via Facebook Page@yellifood
or their website page@Yellifood.com
NOTE: Unfortunately this product, currently unavailable in Singapore and the same thing in the Philippines. But if you’re in the US and selected area in Europe – you can buy it online or supermarkets (info available on their site).
Alright, so let’s get to cooking – shall we?!?
I’m adding Chicken on this mixed beans coz, why not π?!?
You can definitely change the meat according to your preference, but cooking time might change as well. Depending on your meat choice or have it as vegan soup instead, your choice π
TOTAL TIME: 1HR AND 40MINS
YIELD: 5 SERVINGS
Ingredients
βͺοΈ 1 pack of Yelli Mixed Bean Soup or other brands of mixed beans
βͺοΈ 2 pieces of Chicken Breast
βͺοΈ 1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes (Optional)
βͺοΈ Salt and Pepper to taste
For Alternatives:
βͺοΈ Mixed Beans, you don’t have to have everything; the idea is to have a variety of beans when cooking this soup π
– 1/3 cup of Dried Navy Beans
– 1/3 cup of Dried White Lima Beans
– 1/3 cup of Dried Black Beans
– 1/3 cup of Small Kidney Beans
– 1/3 cup of Dried Lentils
– 1/3 cup of Dried Pinto Beans
– 1/3 cup of Garbanzo Beans
– 1/4 cup of Green Split Peas
– 1/4 cup of Dried Pigeon Peas
βͺοΈ 1 1/2 tsp of Spice Blends ( Mixture of Oregano, Basil, and Tomato)
βͺοΈ 1 1/2 tsp of Italian Seasoning ( Mixture of Basil, Oregano, Rosemary, Cilantro, Thyme, and Pepper Flakes)
And the rest should be the same as above mentioned ingredients
Yelli Mixed Beans Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pack Yelli Mixed Bean Soup orΒ other brands of mixed beans
- 2 pcs Chicken Breast
- 1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes (Optional)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
For Alternative
Mixed Beans, you donβt have to have everything;Β the idea is to have a variety of beans when cooking this soupΒ π
- 1/3 cup Dried Navy Beans
- 1/3 cup Dried White Lima Beans
- 1/3 cup Dried Black Beans
- 1/3 cup Dried Lentils
- 1/3 cup Dried Pinto Beans
- 1/3 cup Garbanzo Beans
- 1/4 cup Green Split Peas
- 1/4 cup Dried Pigeon Peas
- 1 1/2 tsp Spice Blends ( Mixture of Oregano, Basil, and Tomato)
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning ( Mixture of Basil, Oregano, Rosemary, Cilantro, Thyme, and Pepper Flakes)
- Chilli Flakes (Optional)
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Pour enough water to cover the chicken in low-medium heat for 25-30 mins. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and let it boil.
- Remove from the pot, adjust to lower heat and add the Yelli Mixed Beans and let it boil for 1 hour. For other mixed beans brands, make sure to follow the instructions accordingly.
- In about 30mins time, put back the shredded/pulled chicken, stir and continue to boil.
- Frequently check the level of soup for the remaining minutes and stir.
- In about 2 minutesβ time, before the soup is cook, you may add Chilli Flakes (optional) for more kick.
- Remove from the stove, let it cool down before you pour it in a bowl or once itβs in the bowl for about 2mins.
- Ready to serve! And enjoy it with your preferred bread.
For Alternative
- Soak all beans in a pot of water overnight. The next day, Cook in a separate pot of water for 45 mins., until all beans turned soft.
- And follow 1-7 instructions above.
Video
Instructions
1. Pour enough water to cover the chicken in low-medium heat for 25-30 mins. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and let it boil.
2. Remove from the pot, adjust to lower heat and add the Yelli Mixed Beans and let it boil for 1 hour. For other mixed beans brands, make sure to follow the instructions accordingly.
3. In about 30mins time, put back the shredded/pulled chicken, stir and continue to boil.
4. Frequently check the level of soup for the remaining minutes and stir.
5. In about 2 minutes’ time, before the soup is cook, you may add Chilli Flakes (optional) for more kick.
6. Remove from the stove, let it cool down before you pour it in a bowl or once it’s in the bowl for about 2mins.
7. Ready to serve! And enjoy it with your preferred bread.
FOR ALTERNATIVES:
TOTAL TIME: 2 HRS
βͺοΈ Soak all beans in a pot of water overnight. The next day, Cook in a separate pot of water for 45 mins., until all beans turned soft.
βͺοΈ And follow 1-7 instructions above.
There you go! My version of this Yelli Mixed Beans Soup and alternatives for you as well π
Perfect for gloomy weather or when you’re feeling under the weather. Or just want to try something new π
Do you have any other soup that you will recommend? I would love to try π
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