LOUBIEH BIZEIT + KIZBARH - LEBANESE STRING BEANS + CILANTRO

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Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro image

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.

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • Saute the onions until they are a very pale golden colour.
  • Add the beans, cilantro, garlic & the salt. Stir, then cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat & cook on a low simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Serve at room temperature.

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