Rustic Greek Fasolakia with Tomato and Olive Oil

Name: Rustic Greek Fasolakia with Tomato and Olive Oil
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g green beans; 2 medium potatoes; 1 large onion; 2 carrots; 4 cloves garlic; 400g canned tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 100ml vegetable broth or water; 1 bay leaf; Salt and pepper; 100ml extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Juice of 1 lemon

Classic Greek Green Beans Stew

An authentic Greek dish featuring tender green beans stewed in a rich tomato and olive oil sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

1 h 15 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Green Beans

500g green beans

trimmed and washed

2 medium potatoes

peeled and cut into cubes

1 large onion

finely chopped

2 carrots

sliced

4 cloves garlic

minced

For the Tomato Sauce

400g canned tomatoes

crushed or chopped

2 tablespoons tomato paste

100ml vegetable broth or water

1 bay leaf

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Olive Oil Infusion

100ml extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation

Preparing the Vegetables

Trim and Wash

Trim and wash the green beans.

Ensure green beans are fresh for the best result.

Peel and Cube Potatoes

Peel and chop the potatoes into cubes.

Slice and Chop Vegetables

Slice the carrots and finely chop the onions.

Mixing the Tomato Sauce

Combine Tomatoes and Paste

Mix crushed tomatoes with tomato paste in a bowl.

Add Broth

Add vegetable broth or water while stirring.

Season Sauce

Season with salt, pepper, and add a bay leaf.

Cooking Process

Sautéing the Base

Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.

Timing: 5 min. Heat: Medium heat.

Building the Stew

Add carrots, potatoes, and green beans, stirring briefly to coat with oil.

Timing: 5 min.

Simmering

Pour in the tomato sauce, cover, and simmer until beans and potatoes are tender.

Timing: 45 min. Heat: Low heat. Slightly mash the potatoes once cooked to help thicken the stew.

Plating & Serving