Mtsvane Lobio Kvertskhit (Green Beans With Egg)

This mkhali recipe is traditional Georgian.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb green beans, trimmed
•  salt, to taste
• 2  medium onions, finely chopped
• 4  tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 bunch dill, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 bunch celery leaves, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 bunch parsley, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 bunch basil, finely chopped
• 6  eggs

Directions

1. Cut the beans into 3 or 4 pieces (no need if using frozen or canned) and simmer until almost tender in very little water (the water should evaporate completely), then salt lightly.
2. Fry the onions in 2 tbsp butter until transparent, add the beans and herbs, then the remaining butterand braise for a few minutes, covered.
3. Whisk the eggs togehter with a little salt.
4. Remove the vegetables from the heat, pour the egg mixture over them evenly and leave to cook, covered, over very low heat until the eggs are set.