Green Beans with Eggs, Chiles and Cilantro Recipe

Name: Green Beans with Eggs, Chiles and Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 5 large eggs, lightly beaten; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 cup chopped cilantro, plus small sprigs for garnish; 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced; 1 small red chile, seeded and minced; 1/2 teaspoon dill seeds

Servings: persons

1 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup chopped cilantro, plus small sprigs for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 small red chile, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon dill seeds

1
In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the green beans until tender, 6 minutes.
2
Drain and let cool.
3
Transfer to a bowl.
4
In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter in the oil.
5
Add the onion and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes.
6
Add the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
7
Cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the eggs are scrambled, about 3 minutes.
8
Add the eggs to the beans.
9
Stir in the chopped cilantro, walnuts, garlic, jalapeno, red chile and dill seeds.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Garnish with cilantro sprigs just before serving.

378

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Green Beans with Eggs, Chiles and Cilantro 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.

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Green Beans with Eggs, Chiles and Cilantro

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