Fasoliyyeh Bi Zayt (Syrian Green Beans with Olive Oil)
A simple yet flavorful Syrian dish featuring green beans slowly cooked in olive oil with garlic and cilantro, often served as a main or side dish. It highlights the fresh produce common in Syrian cuisine.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 lb Fresh green beans(trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces)
- 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro(chopped)
- to taste Salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Place the prepared green beans in a large pot. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and chopped cilantro to the pot.
- 3
Cover the pot and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and slightly browned, about 45 minutes. Syrians often prefer them cooked until they are a bit browned. The beans will release their own moisture, and the idea is to let them steam in it rather than sauté them.
- 4
Adjust salt to taste before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓This dish can be served as a main course with pita bread or as a flavorful side dish.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can use a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
- ✓Ensure the green beans are not overcooked; they should retain a slight bite.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Some variations include a small amount of chopped tomato added towards the end of cooking.