Mtsvane Lobio with Herbed Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground fenugreek 1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• For the herbed yogurt sauce: For the herbed yogurt sauce:
• 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, and mint) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, and mint)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt to taste Salt to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat: 8g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 23g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 7g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the green beans to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. 3.
   Pour in the diced tomatoes and their juice. Add the ground coriander, fenugreek, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender.
5. 5.
   While the stew is simmering, prepare the herbed yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, and salt.
6. 6.
   Serve the Mtsvane Lobio hot, topped with a dollop of herbed yogurt sauce. Enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Green beans — Make sure to trim the ends and cut them into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
• Fenugreek — If you can't find ground fenugreek, you can use whole fenugreek seeds and grind them yourself using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the stew.
• Serve the Mtsvane Lobio with warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
• You can add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots to the stew for added flavor and texture.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend a portion of the stew before adding the green beans.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to develop and intensify.

Serving advice

Serve the Mtsvane Lobio as a main course, accompanied by a side of warm bread or rice. Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra pop of color and flavor.

Presentation advice

Present the Mtsvane Lobio in a deep serving dish, allowing the vibrant green color of the stew to shine through. Top it with a dollop of the herbed yogurt sauce and sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs on top for an appealing presentation.