Fasolia (Ethiopian Green Bean Stew)
Fasolia is an Ethiopian stew, is a delicious and flavorful dish made with tender green beans cooked in a rich and aromatic sauce. This vegetarian stew is a popular choice in Ethiopian cuisine and pairs well with injera (Ethiopian flatbread) or rice.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon berbere spice blend
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 500 grams (1 lb) fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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1Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
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2Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
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3Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
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4Stir in the berbere spice blend, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat the onions and tomatoes with the spices.
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5Add the trimmed and cut green beans to the skillet and stir to combine them with the spice mixture.
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6Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for about 20–25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender but still slightly crisp. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
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7Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt or additional spices if desired.
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8Remove from heat and let the stew rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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9Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
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10Serve as a main course, accompanied by injera or rice.
- Category
- Soups
Recipe Attribution
Wikibooks Cookbook
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Printed on October 29, 2026