Green beans with garlic and cumin
Discover the exquisite flavor of green beans with garlic and cumin. This quick and healthy dish combines tender green beans, aromatic cumin, and savory garlic with lightly sautéed red onions. Perfect for a nutritious side or a light main course, it’s seasoned to perfection with just a touch of salt and pepper. Ready to spice up your meal in minutes!
Cook time 15 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
2 tbsp olive oil2 red onions
2 garlic cloves
2 tsp ground cumin
1/3 cup green beans
1/2 cup water
salt & pepper to taste
Green beans with garlic and cumin is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the freshness of green beans with the aromatic presence of garlic and cumin. This recipe is perfect for a quick side dish or a healthy snack. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious and wholesome dish that complements a variety of main courses.
Instructions:
- Thinly slice the red onions.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Trim and cut the green beans into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced red onions to the skillet.
- Sauté the onions, stirring frequently, until they become soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and ground cumin to the onions in the skillet.
- Stir well and cook for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the cumin is well incorporated.
- Add the trimmed and cut green beans to the skillet.
- Pour in the water and stir everything together.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the green beans simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- The green beans should become tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Remove the cover and season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir well to mix the seasoning evenly.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes with the cover off to let any excess water evaporate and to enhance the flavors.
- Transfer the green beans with garlic and cumin to a serving dish.
- Serve hot as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Tips:
- Choose fresh green beans that are bright in color and firm to the touch for the best texture and flavor.
- To enhance the flavor, you can toast the cumin seeds before grinding them.
- If you prefer a softer texture, you can blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the pan.
- For a spicy kick, you can add a pinch of red chili flakes along with the cumin.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste.
Cooking green beans with garlic and cumin is a quick and easy way to add a nutritious and delicious side dish to your meal. With minimal effort, you can achieve a dish that is bursting with flavor and packed with health benefits. Enjoy your green beans with your favorite main course, and experiment with additional spices and ingredients to make it your own.
Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 24kcal
Protein 0.73g
Carbohydrates 5g
Fiber 1.24g
Sugar 2.64g
Fat 3.61g
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