Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish) Recipe

Name: Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. water; 3/4 tsp. salt, divided; 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally in 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 c.); 1 large onion, sliced thin; 1 large clove garlic, crushed; 3 Tbsp. oil (preferably olive); 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 c.); parsley to taste plus some for garnish; 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper; lemon slices (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 c. water
3/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally in 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 c.)
1 large onion, sliced thin
1 large clove garlic, crushed
3 Tbsp. oil (preferably olive)
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 c.)
parsley to taste plus some for garnish
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
lemon slices (optional)

1
In a large saucepan, bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil.
2
Add green beans; bring to a boil.
3
Cover and cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Drain and set aside.
5
In same saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender (5 to 7 minutes).
6
Stir in green beans, tomatoes, parsley, pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
9
Serve hot, cold or at room temperature. Garnish with additional parsley (and lemon slices if desired). Makes 3 cups (approximately 4 servings).

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. water, 3/4 tsp. salt, divided, 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally in 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 c.), 1 large onion, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish)

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