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Lobio in the autoclave
                 

Lobio in the autoclave

Ivan Ivanchuk
  • Icon Intermediate level
  • Icon Beans
  • Icon 5 servings
  • Icon 20 min
Lobio

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Autoclave "A16 electro" (Universal)

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Doy-pack RETORT 160x210x41 GREEN 130 µm (for sterilization in autoclave) 50 pcs.

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Twist-off lid 82 mm for autoclave (50 pcs)

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Autoclave "A16 electro" (Universal)

Autoclave "A16 electro" (Universal)
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Doy-pack RETORT 160x210x41 GREEN 130 µm (for sterilization in autoclave) 50 pcs.

Doy-pack RETORT 160x210x41 GREEN 130 µm (for sterilization in autoclave) 50 pcs.
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Twist-off lid 82 mm for autoclave (50 pcs)

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Watch the lobio recipe:

Lobio bean recipe

Lobio is one of the most famous Georgian bean dishes. The dish has a centuries-old history. In Georgia, lobio has long been not just a side dish, but a cult food traditionally prepared for family feasts, holidays, and everyday meals. Classic red bean lobio has a thick, aromatic consistency and rich flavor thanks to spices: utskho-suneli, garlic, paprika, and hot pepper. The Georgian notes in this dish combine deep flavor, the aroma of spices, and the benefits of natural vegetables. Today lobio is cooked in different countries around the world. There are many variations of this dish: lobio from white beans, spicy lobio, with tomatoes or herbs, with bell pepper and carrot. But a special recipe is lobio for winter, as this is a format of canned beans prepared in an autoclave. This method of canning makes it possible to obtain a completely safe product that preserves its benefits and taste in a jar for months and years.

Lobio is not only delicious, but also very healthy! In addition to the traditional notes and deep flavor, the dish is an excellent alternative to meat, as it contains plant-based protein and fiber, which improves digestion. It also contains vitamins (A, B, C, K) and minerals: iron, magnesium, potassium. Canning in an autoclave allows you to preserve the maximum of these substances, as the dish is sealed in hermetic conditions at a precise temperature regime. The beans do not boil apart, the vegetables retain a pleasant texture, and the spices reveal their full aroma. This method of preservation is suitable for everyone who is looking for healthy winter preparations without unnecessary fuss.

Bean lobio is a very versatile dish. It goes well with lavash or bread, baked potatoes, boiled rice, meat dishes, vegetable salads, suluguni cheese, or bryndza. The dish, warm or cold, can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or full meal.

Georgian-style beans for 5 jars of 0.5 liters.

Ingredients for lobio from red beans

  • Red beans (pre-soaked)250 g
  • Bell pepper300 g
  • Carrot200 g
  • Onion
  • Tomatoes
  • Sunflower oil100 g
  • Garlic
  • Salt30 g
  • Sugar30 g
  • Apple cider vinegar40 g
  • Utskho-suneli spice1 tsp
  • Hot pepper1 pod
  • Ground paprika4 g

Step 1

Soak the beans overnight.
Soaking beans

Step 2

Cut the carrot and bell pepper into strips and fry them in a pan.
Cutting carrot into strips

Step 3

Cut the onion into half-rings and add to the vegetables.
Chopping onion

Step 4

Dice the tomatoes, chop the garlic and chili pepper.
Chopping tomatoes

Step 5

Add tomatoes, garlic, and chili to the pan. You can add a bit of tomato paste.
Adding to the pan

Step 6

Add the spices: ground chili, utskho-suneli, salt, and sugar.
Adding spices

Step 7

Mix the vegetables with the beans, add vinegar, and mix well.
Mixing vegetables with beans

Step 8

Spread the mixture into jars and close with lids.
Filling the jars with the mixture

Step 9

Cook in the autoclave according to the mode:
  • If the thermometer is located in the upper part of the chamber – 110 degrees, 20 minutes.
  • If the thermometer is located in the lower part of the chamber – 120 degrees, 20 minutes.
Putting into the autoclave

Step 10

Enjoy a delicious Georgian dish!
Enjoying the dish

Canned beans in the autoclave

Lobio canned in the autoclave is a combination of Georgian character, rich aroma, and true home comfort. After heat treatment, the dish retains its natural thickness, deep flavor, and all the beneficial properties of beans and vegetables. It is a ready base for quick everyday lunches, hearty dinners, or a lean menu — without unnecessary effort and time.

This method of preparation allows you to always have a tasty, healthy product at hand at any time of the year. In winter, it is enough to simply open a jar to feel the warmth of spices, bright vegetable notes, and the mood of sunny Georgia. Lobio becomes not only a dish but also a small culinary gift that brings back the taste of summer even on the coldest days.

That is why lobio in the autoclave is cost-effective, convenient, and truly delicious. The aroma, texture, and benefits are preserved for an exceptionally long time, so each jar turns into a ready-made piece of home coziness that is always nice to serve at the table.

Recipe author

Ivan Ivanchuk

Chef, MasterChef participant, and host of YouTube channels. Or a culinary wizard who enchants Chernivtsi and all of Ukraine with his exquisite dishes and charisma. Combining cozy restaurants, an author’s menu and an interesting personality, he creates not just recipes, but a true fireworks of flavors and emotions.