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Creamy Butter Bean and Leek Stew with Crispy Fried Egg

This creamy butter bean and leek stew with crispy fried egg is a comforting, high-protein vegetarian dish packed with fresh herbs and rich flavor. Tender leeks are simmered with butter beans in a light, savory broth, then finished with fresh parsley, basil, and a golden fried egg on top. The perfect quick dinner or cozy brunch idea, it comes together in under 30 minutes and tastes indulgent while staying wholesome and simple.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Europian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 leek sliced into 1 cm rounds
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 400 g butter beans drained and rinsed (1 can)
  • 100 ml vegetable stock
  • 1 tbsp parsley finely chopped
  • 1 handful basil leaves roughly chopped
  • 25 g parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp pesto optional, for topping
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Main Instructions
  1. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
  2. Add the sliced leeks and chili flakes. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the butter beans and pour in the vegetable stock. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the broth to slightly thicken.
  4. Turn off the heat, then stir in parmesan, parsley, and basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. In a separate pan, heat a small drizzle of oil over medium-high heat and fry the eggs until the edges are golden and crisp but the yolk remains soft.
  6. Spoon the leek and butter bean stew into bowls, top with the crispy fried eggs, and finish with a small spoonful of pesto if desired.

Notes

  • Cook the leeks gently to bring out their sweetness without browning.
  • Adjust seasoning at the end since parmesan adds natural saltiness.
  • For a creamier texture, mash a few beans before serving.
  • Serve with crusty bread or flatbread for a complete meal.