Braised Green Beans- “ejotes Guisados”

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0
Braised Green Beans- "ejotes Guisados" Recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb green beans , strings removed if necessary
2 garlic cloves , chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion , finely chopped
1 large tomatoes , peeled , seeded , and finely chopped
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
121
Sugar
7g
Fat
7g
Braised Green Beans, also known as "ejotes guisados" in Spanish, is an authentic Mexican recipe that uses green beans to make a delicious and healthy side dish. The green beans are slowly simmered in tomatoes, orange juice, garlic, and lime juice until tender but still have some crunch. The dish has a burst of different flavors that when combined, result in a tangy and slightly sweet taste that will leave you feeling satisfied.

Instructions

1.Rinse the green beans under running water and pat them dry.
2.Chop the garlic cloves into small pieces.
3.In a medium-sized pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
4.Add the garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
5.Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to break down.
6.Then add in the green beans, salt, orange juice, and lime juice.
7.Finally, add in some freshly ground black pepper, cover the lid and let everything simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the green beans are tender and coated in the sauce.

PROS

Braised green beans are a delicious and healthy side dish that’s easy to make.

These green beans are a good source of Vitamin C and can provide a healthy dose of dietary fiber to keep you fuller for longer.

CONS

Green beans can be prone to becoming mushy if cooked for too long.

Since this recipe is intended to be braised, it could result in overcooked and unappetizing green beans if you do not pay attention to the cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are a nutrient-dense food that is low in calories and high in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
They are also a good source of protein, iron, and calcium. The high Vitamin C content of green beans supports the immune and skin systems.

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