Georgian cuisine

Lobio (bean stew)

Red beans cooked with coriander, garlic and spices, served in a clay pot with cornbread.

Well-cooked hot dish

Ingredients

Soaked beans are cooked until soft, partly mashed and simmered again with spices and herbs.

When there are lots of herbs, wash them well and cook them in the dish; during neutropenia it is wise to skip a raw herb garnish.

Cook the herbs into the dish rather than adding them raw at the end.

Your diet during treatment is agreed with your doctor. Sample 7-day menu for the treatment period →

Cool and refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking, and eat within 1–2 days. Divide large batches into small containers so they cool faster.

Once, until steaming hot all the way through; in a microwave, stir halfway.

Constipation. Fibre (pulses, vegetables, grains) may help with constipation — together with enough fluids.
Low appetite. Gives a lot of energy and protein in a small portion — can help when appetite is low.
Taste changes. Aromatic spices, herbs or a little sourness can help when food tastes bland or metallic (if there are no mouth sores).

These are general observations: what suits you can change from day to day.

Phase notes are general. During low counts, follow only your care team’s food rules.

Stomach and gut. High in fibre. With bowel inflammation, diarrhoea or after bowel surgery, discuss suitability with your team.
Stomach and gut, Lung disease. Pulses or cabbage can cause wind and bloating; keep this in mind with digestive or lung conditions (bloating can make breathing harder).
Kidney disease. Can be a source of potassium (tomato, potato, pulses, dried fruit). With kidney disease, discuss potassium limits with your team.
Heart disease. Lots of green herbs or leaves (vitamin K). If you take blood-thinning medicine, discuss keeping the amount steady with your team.

Nutrition figures from a reliable source have not been added for this dish yet.

Medical disclaimerThis information is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.