My Mother’s Green Bean Bredie (Stew)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 13
Savory and comforting My Mother's Green Bean Bredie (Stew)
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Prep

20 min

Cook

150 min

Ready In

170 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 slices lamb necks , not too thin
1 onion , coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon toasted ground coriander
3 whole cloves or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
salt
white pepper
3 medium potatoes , peeled and cut into eight pieces each
1 lb fresh green beans , cut into 1/2-inch lengths
1 tablespoon of good butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
590
Sugar
5g
Fat
28g
My Mother's Green Bean Bredie is a hearty dish that originated from Dutch settlers in South Africa. It is a comforting and flavorful stew that is perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The dish is made with lamb neck slices, which add an intense savory flavor and make it particularly hearty and satisfying. Alongside it, potatoes and fresh green beans complement the flavor and nutrition-fullness of the dish. Overall, this stew is a wonderful and comforting option for a hearty meal any time of year.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C)
2.Season the lamb neck slices with salt and white pepper.
3.Brown the lamb neck slices in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Remove them once they are browned on all sides.
4.Add the onions to the same Dutch oven and sauté them until they are soft and translucent.
5.Add the cloves, coriander, and lamb neck slices back to the pot.
6.Cover with water and bring to a boil.
7.Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
8.Add potatoes and green beans to the pot.
9.Simmer for another hour until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked.
10.Add good butter and allow it to melt before serving.

PROS

This hearty stew is perfect for a cold day, great for sharing and leaves you feeling satisfied.

The lamb neck adds a rich, comforting flavor.
Also, green beans and potatoes provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

Cooking (and cleaning up!) requires considerable time and effort.
Lamb neck can be high in fat, while green beans may cause bloating in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew provides an excellent source of protein and fiber.
The green beans are packed with vitamins A, C, and K, which help build and maintain strong bones and promote healthy skin and eyesight. Additionally, potatoes offer vitamin C and potassium.

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