Ethiopian Spiced Green Beans (Fossolia)

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) green beans, trimmed 500g (1.1 lb) green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tomato, diced 1 tomato, diced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth 1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 6g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
4. 4.
   Add the turmeric, cumin, and paprika to the pan, stirring well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
5. 5.
   Add the diced tomato and tomato paste, cooking for a few minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
6. 6.
   Add the green beans to the pan and toss them with the spice mixture until well coated.
7. 7.
   Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt to taste.
8. 8.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the green beans are tender yet still retain a slight crunch.
9. 9.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Green beans — Make sure to trim the ends of the green beans before cooking to remove any tough parts.
• Turmeric — Be cautious when handling turmeric as it can stain surfaces and clothing. Use gloves or wash your hands immediately after handling.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• Serve the Spiced Green Beans with injera, a traditional Ethiopian flatbread, for an authentic Ethiopian dining experience.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of spices used in the recipe.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers to enhance the dish's nutritional value and add more color.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Spiced Green Beans as a main dish accompanied by injera or steamed rice. It can also be served as a side dish alongside other Ethiopian delicacies such as Doro Wat (Ethiopian Spiced Chicken) or Misir Wot (Ethiopian Spiced Lentils).

Presentation advice

Garnish the Spiced Green Beans with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to add a pop of color. Serve it in a vibrant Ethiopian-themed dish or on a bed of fluffy injera to create an appealing presentation.