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Etli Taze Fasulye - Green Bean Stew with Meat

Etli Taze Fasulye Yemegi, or Green Bean Stew with Meat, is a traditional Turkish vegetable stew where fresh green beans and meat are simmered in a simple tomato sauce until tender.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 197 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek , Middle Eastern , Turkish , Lebanese

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 300 g diced lamb or beef
  • 400 g fresh green beans
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
  • 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 ½ tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon flaked chili
  • 1½ cups water

Instructions

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  1. Start by prepping all your ingredients. Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onions, finely chop the garlic, and chop the tomatoes. Cut the meat into small chunks, and set everything aside.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a generous drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meat and brown it on all sides. This step is crucial because browning the meat helps develop a deeper flavor in the stew.
  3. Once the meat is browned, add the chopped onions and sauté until they’re soft and translucent. Then add the garlic and cook for another minute or two until fragrant.
  4. Add the tomato paste, salt, pepper, chili flakes, paprika to the pot and stir well to combine.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until the they start to break down. 
  6. Now it’s time to add the green beans. Toss them into the pot, ensuring they’re evenly distributed among the meat and tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, chili flakes, paprika, and add enough water to just cover the ingredients.
  7. Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 45 minutes to an hour, or until the meat is tender and the green beans are fully cooked but not mushy. Stir occasionally and check the liquid level—add a little more water if needed to prevent the stew from drying out.
  8. Once the stew is done, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the Etli Taze Fasulye hot, with rice or fresh bread on the side to soak up all the delicious broth.

Notes

  • Use fresh green beans if possible. They hold their texture and flavor better in the stew, though frozen beans can be a convenient alternative.
  • Don’t rush the simmering process. The key to tender meat and fully flavored stew is slow, gentle cooking. Give it time, and you’ll be rewarded with tender meat and perfectly cooked beans.
  • Make it ahead of time.Like many stews, Etli Taze Fasulye tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to meld. It’s a great dish to make in advance and reheat for a quick dinner.
  • If using tinned tomatoes, add in a teaspoon of sugar to balance the acidity.
  • If you have juicy red summer tomatoes, either skip the tomato paste or reduce the amount by half.
  • The cooking time might vary depending on the type and freshness of the beans you use in your Etli Taze Fasulye recipe.

Nutrition Information

Calories 197kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 49mg (16%) Sodium 697mg (29%) Potassium 702mg (20%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1409IU (28%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 197

% Daily Value*

Calories 197kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 697mg 29%
Potassium 702mg 15%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1409IU 28%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.