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Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro
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Recipe by Um Safia

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.

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READY IN: 25mins
SERVES: 2
UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition
  • 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
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DIRECTIONS

  • 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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