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Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 2
Here is a lovely recipe for Italian string beans (or French beans) cooked in a garlic & coriander / cilantro sauce. This makes a delcious side dish for fish or chicken or you can eat it as part of a mezze. Traditionaly this is served at room temperature but you could eat it hot if you like.
Ingredients:
1 lb fresh string bean (top & tailed & de-strung)
1 cup white onion, finely chopped (or grated)
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic
1/3 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions:
1. Saute the onions until they are a very pale golden colour.
2. Add the beans, cilantro, garlic & the salt. Stir, then cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes.
3. Reduce the heat & cook on a low simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Serve at room temperature.
By RecipeOfHealth.com