Soak the dried white beans in cold water for 8-12 hours, or overnight.
Cut the smoked ribs into pieces. In a large pot, parboil them for about 20 minutes to remove some of the salt.
In another pot, heat the oil and sauté the finely chopped onions until translucent.
Add the garlic and Hungarian sweet paprika, then stir quickly to prevent burning.
Place the diced carrots, soaked white beans, and parboiled smoked ribs into the pot. Cover generously with water.
Add the bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beans and meat are tender.
Pour in the tomato juice and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve hot with fresh bread or soft rolls. Offer hot peppers or pickled vegetables on the side.
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