Albanian Stewed Green Beans and Potatoes With Smokey Seitan

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Albanian Stewed Green Beans and Potatoes With Smokey Seitan recipe for a healthy and delicious meal
in Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups seitan , cut into bite size pieces ( can use beef or chicken style chunks from Morningstar or other brand )
2 cups green beans , trimmed and cut in half
1 small red potatoes , cut into bite size pieces
1 medium onion , sliced thinly
3 -4 garlic cloves
1 medium tomatoes , diced ( or one half of a large tomato )
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 pinch chili flakes ( optional )
2 cups vegetable broth ( or water , you may need to add more liquid )
3 tablespoons olive oil plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 - 2 teaspoons liquid smoke ( may need to use more to get the right flavor , so adjust to your taste )
smoked salt , to taste ( Optional , if you don� t have smoked salt use regular salt )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
331
Sugar
4g
Fat
22g
Albanian cuisine is quickly gaining popularity among foodies around the world, and this dish is a perfect example of why. The combination of smoky, hearty seitan, tender green beans and soft potatoes makes for a wonderfully comforting and filling dish. With the added bonus of being entirely vegetarian, this dish will become a staple in your family's meal rotation. It's quick and easy to make and perfect for a busy weeknight or cozy weekend meal. The smoky flavors are sure to satisfy all taste buds and keep everyone at the table asking for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to a large pan over medium-high heat.
3.Saute the onions for 5-6 minutes until they're translucent. Add garlic and saute for 1-2 more minutes
4.Add seitan to the pan and cook until browned, around 5-6 minutes.
5.Add green beans and potatoes, diced tomatoes, paprika, oregano, chili flakes and vegetable broth into the pan and stir until everything is combined.
6.Add liquid smoke and smoked salt and stir until combined.
7.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
8.Take the pan off the heat, cover it with a lid or foil and bake it in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until all the flavors have combined.

PROS

This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

It’s fully vegetarian, as well as high in protein.

It’s a great way to enjoy green beans and potatoes in a flavorful way.

CONS

This dish may not be popular with those who don’t like smokey flavors.

It may require a bit of adjusting to find the right amount of liquid smoke.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with healthy nutrients.
Green beans are high in fiber and low in calories, making them perfect for weight loss.
The seitan provides high amounts of protein, iron, and other important nutrients that are especially important for vegetarians and vegans.
Potatoes have a high concentration of potassium, and are also a rich source of vitamin C, B6 and other nutrients.

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