Borlotti Beans© Denzil Green
Borlotti Beans grow red pods speckled with off-white spots. The beans inside have the reverse coloration: mainly white, with some red speckles.
They have a meaty flavour.
They are a variety of Cranberry Bean.
Cooking Tips
The dried beans lose their coloration when cooked and turn a uniform light brown.
Substitutes
Cranberry Beans or a bean such as Pinto.
History Notes
Developed in Italy.
Language Notes
Borlotti Beans are sometimes confusingly called “Romano” beans, though that is actually a separate bean with a green pod. Also sometimes called “Roma” beans.
Sources
Prince, Rose. Tried and tested: beans and pulses. London: Daily Telegraph. 19 August 2011.
Dried Borlotti Beans
© Denzil Green