Table Beans Krina 1kg

Grown in Bulgaria — in the same Dobrudzha and Pleven farmlands that have produced the country’s finest white beans for generations — Krina’s Table Beans bring verified Bulgarian provenance to your pot of bob chorba.

Krina is one of Bulgaria’s most trusted legume brands, with a portfolio spanning over 150 products and a clear commitment to quality sourcing. Their Table Beans — трапезен боб — belong to the Natural Choice series: a premium grade designation for beans selected for size, appearance, and culinary performance. The grains are medium-large, cream-colored, and uniformly smooth, with the sturdy skin that allows them to hold their shape through an hour or more of slow simmering without breaking down into the broth.

The Dobrudzha region of northeastern Bulgaria — a vast, fertile lowland stretching to the Danube and the Black Sea — and the Pleven area of central Bulgaria are the country’s two great bean-growing belts, known for their deep soil and long, warm growing seasons. Beans from these regions have fed Bulgarian kitchens for centuries and remain the benchmark for bob chorba, baked bean dishes, and the classic monastery table.

How to Prepare It

Soak the beans overnight in cold, lightly salted water — 8 to 12 hours. Drain, cover with fresh cold water, bring to a boil, and discard the first water to reduce gas-producing compounds. Refill with fresh water and simmer gently over low heat for 60–90 minutes until fully tender throughout. Add tomato, lutenitsa, paprika paste, or any acidic ingredient only after the beans are completely soft — acids added early prevent the skin from softening properly. Season with salt in the final 10 minutes only.

What Makes It Special

Unlike many white beans on the US market that are sourced internationally and repackaged, Krina’s Table Beans are grown on Bulgarian soil — in the Dobrudzha and Pleven regions — which means the provenance is traceable and the connection to Bulgarian culinary tradition is genuine. The Natural Choice series adds a premium quality layer: these are table-selected beans, free of additives, with no artificial treatment, just as they come from the field.

Quick Facts

✓  Type: Table-grade white beans (трапезен боб), Natural Choice series
✓  Grown in: Bulgaria — Dobrudzha and Pleven regions
✓  Net weight: 1kg
✓  Cook time: ~60–90 minutes (after overnight soak)
✓  Additives / preservatives: None
✓  Brand: Krina
✓  Country of Manufacture: Bulgaria
✓  UPC: 3800106401018
✓  SKU: SpKr23

Bulgarian Serving Tip

Bob chorba — Bulgarian bean soup — is the dish these beans were born for. The classic recipe simmers the fully cooked beans with sweated onion, grated carrot, diced tomato or lutenitsa, dried savory (chubritsa), and a final stir of a flour-and-paprika roux that thickens the broth and deepens its color to a warm, earthy red. For bob po manastirski (monastery-style beans), bake the cooked beans in a clay pot with onion, red pepper, paprika, and sunflower oil until a dark, caramelized crust forms on top — a dish that needs no meat and no apology. For fasul s nadenitsa, layer the beans with sliced Bulgarian-style frankfurters and roasted red pepper, then return to the oven until the sausage crisps at the edges.

Pairs perfectly with: Lutenitsa (SKU: LHDER), Tandem Frankfurters Pork & Beef (SKU: TM35), Beans “Dobrudjanka” (SKU: SPcer11) — stock both bean varieties for your pantry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Table Beans” (трапезен боб) mean?
“Table beans” — трапезен боб in Bulgarian — is a quality and grade designation for premium white beans selected for size, appearance, and culinary performance. Krina’s Table Beans belong to their Natural Choice series, meaning they are grown, sorted, and packaged to a higher standard than the everyday “traditional” (традиционен) grade. The name simply means these beans are worthy of the table.

How are these different from the Dobrudjanka beans (SPcer11) also sold at Malincho?
Both are 1kg Bulgarian white bean products. The Dobrudjanka (SPcer11) carries the name of a specific heritage cultivar from northeastern Bulgaria. Krina Table Beans (SpKr23) are labeled by quality grade — Natural Choice premium — and by confirmed growing region: Dobrudzha and Pleven, on Bulgarian soil. If Bulgarian-grown provenance matters to you, the Krina product is the one with the explicit regional claim from the manufacturer.

Do the beans need to be soaked?
Yes — overnight soaking (8–12 hours) in cold water is strongly recommended. Drain and discard the soaking water, then cook in fresh water. Soaking reduces cook time significantly, improves texture, and makes the beans easier to digest. Total simmer time after soaking is approximately 60–90 minutes on a low, steady heat.

What are the three classic Bulgarian dishes to make with these beans?
Bob chorba (bean soup) is the most beloved: beans simmered with onion, carrots, bell peppers, savory, and a paprika roux. Bob po manastirski (monastery-style baked beans) is the vegetarian centerpiece: beans baked in a clay pot with onion, pepper, and paprika until a deep crust forms. Fasul s nadenitsa pairs the beans with Bulgarian-style sausage, baked together until the flavors merge and the top caramelizes.

Are these beans gluten-free?
White beans are naturally gluten-free. Krina’s Table Beans contain no additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients. As with any field-grown legume, cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains during harvest or processing is possible — check the physical pack label if you require a certified gluten-free claim.

Is a case discount available?
Yes — buying a case of 6 units automatically applies a 5% discount . For wholesale or restaurant inquiries, contact Malincho at 1-866-203-3525 or [email protected].