Fasolakia are Greek green beans stewed with olive oil and tomato, with a few pieces of potato added for good measure. This is a main dish in Greece, not a side dish, and a prime example of plant-based eating! Good crusty bread is essential for mopping up the sauce and I always need to have a healthy chunk of feta on the side. Serve fasolakia warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Ingredients
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 1 small onion , grated
- 1.5 pounds fresh green beans , trimmed
- 4 medium tomatoes , pureed
- 2 medium yellow potatoes , peeled and cut into wedges
- 0.5 teaspoons salt , or to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch white sugar , Optional
- 1 cup water , or as needed
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add green beans and stir until coated in oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add puréed tomatoes, potatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir well, then add enough water to barely cover beans.
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Cover the saucepan partially with a lid. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook gently until green beans and potatoes are soft, 25 to 30 minutes. Uncover towards the end of cooking to reduce sauce if it is too watery.
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