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Tavce Gravce, and where to source it

Tavce Gravce — Worth The Hunt WORTH THE HUNT Tavce Gravce Macedonian 5best2buy.com

Boil the soaked beans until barely tender before baking, since beans that go into the oven too firm will never soften in the acidic paprika sauce.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep20 min plus overnight soak
Cook120 min
Makes6 servings
CuisineMacedonian
Cost$
Vegan
Contains  gluten
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 6 servings
dried white beans
1 lb
16 oz
Local / market
yellow onion
3, chopped
18 oz
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sweet paprika
3 tbsp
Local / market
dried red pepper flakes
1 tsp
Local / market
fresh or dried mint
1 tbsp
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all-purpose flour
1 tbsp
Local / market
olive oil
1/3 cup
3 oz
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salt
to taste
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
Air fryerInstant PotSlow cookerOne-potSheet pan
The Method
  1. Soak the beans overnight, then boil in fresh water until barely tender but not bursting. Drain, saving the cooking water.75 min
  2. Soften the chopped onion in olive oil, stir in flour, then take off the heat and stir in the paprika so it does not scorch.12 min
  3. Combine the beans and onion mix in a shallow baking pan, add mint, pepper flakes, salt, and enough bean water to nearly cover.8 min
  4. Bake at 400F until the liquid reduces and the top of the beans browns and crackles.45 min
  5. Rest 10 minutes so the sauce thickens. Serve hot with bread and pickles.10 min
The Toolkit

Shallow clay or ceramic baker · Large pot · Wooden spoon

Straight Answers
Can you make Tavce Gravce in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — bake it in a small pan or dish that fits the basket, at about 25°F below the recipe temperature. Air fryers run hot and fast, so check it early; no flipping needed.

Can you freeze Tavce Gravce? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Tavce Gravce ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.

Is Tavce Gravce gluten-free? — Not as written

Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).

Is Tavce Gravce vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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