Creamy Harissa White Bean Skillet

 

A bold and comforting one-pan meal featuring creamy white beans simmered in a smoky harissa tomato sauce with garlic, herbs, and silky coconut cream. Perfect with crusty bread or warm flatbread.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Servings: 4

Ingredients

Bean Skillet

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons harissa paste
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 3/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Garnish

• Fresh parsley
• Chili oil
• Vegan feta (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add harissa paste, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and cumin. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add white beans and crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Stir in coconut milk and cook another 5 minutes until creamy and thickened slightly.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
7. Garnish with parsley, chili oil, and vegan feta if desired.
8. Serve hot with toasted sourdough or warm pita bread.

Notes

• Butter beans or cannellini beans work especially well.
• Harissa heat levels vary by brand, so adjust accordingly.
• Leftovers become even more flavorful the next day.

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