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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

  1. 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. 3
    Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
  4. 4
    Stir in the berbere spice blend, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat the onions and tomatoes with the spices.
  5. 5
    Add the trimmed and cut green beans to the skillet and stir to combine them with the spice mixture.
  6. 6
    Reduce 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.
  7. 7
    Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt or additional spices if desired.
  8. 8
    Remove from heat and let the stew rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  9. 9
    Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
  10. 10
    Serve as a main course, accompanied by injera or rice.
Category
Soups