Ejotes Guisados Hondureños
A simple yet flavorful side dish of stewed green beans, often prepared with tomatoes, onions, and sometimes eggs, showcasing the fresh produce of Honduras.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 80 pods Ejotes (green beans)(trimmed)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(peeled and roughly chopped)
- 0.25 medium White onion(chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic clove(minced)
- 2 teaspoons Chicken bouillon powder
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 1 cup Water
- 1 pinch Salt(to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 2
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the chicken bouillon powder and tomato paste. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Add the trimmed green beans and the cup of water. Season with salt to taste.
- 5
Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
- 6
Stir occasionally and add a little more water if the mixture becomes too dry. Once tender, serve hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For extra tender green beans, you can blanch them in boiling water for 3-5 minutes before adding them to the stew.
- ✓If you prefer a richer flavor, you can add a beaten egg towards the end of cooking and stir until it's cooked through.
- ✓Ensure the green beans are fresh for the best flavor and texture.
🔄 Variations
- Add diced potatoes or carrots along with the green beans.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken bouillon and use vegetable broth.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.