Yellow Beans

Yellow beans are dried mature seeds from varieties of the common bean plant, with a pale golden colour and a mild, slightly buttery flavour. They cook to a soft, creamy texture while holding their shape reasonably well, making them versatile across many styles of cooking.

They’re popular in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines, used in soups, rice-and-bean dishes, and stews. They can generally be substituted for cannellini or navy beans in recipes, offering a similar mild base that absorbs surrounding flavours.

Like all dried beans, they benefit from an overnight soak before cooking and need a good simmer to become tender. They’re available at some specialty grocers and health food stores in Australia.