Fasolakia Yiahni (Green Beans in Tomato Sauce)
One of the absolute classics of Greek summer, but also delicious year-round, green beans yiahni are an easy, luscious casserole of fresh beans slowly cooked in olive oil, with tomatoes, onions, potatoes and herbs. All you need is a chunk of feta and a bit of good bread to complete this wonderful vegetarian main course.
SERVES 4
Ingredients
- 2 pounds / 1 kilo fresh green beans
- ½ c olive oil divided
- 2 large red onions chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into 1 ½ - 2-inch?4 - 5-cm cubes
- 2 1/2 cups canned whole Santorini or other Greek tomatoes
- 1 whole chili pepper optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Feta cheese and good bread for serving
Instructions
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Wash and drain the beans. Using a paring knife, snap or cut off the tips and remove any stringy fiber along the seams.
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In a large pot over medium heat, warm half the olive oil and cook the onion until translucent. Stir in the garlic. Add the green beans, and toss to coat in the oil. Add the potatoes, chili pepper, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Add enough water to come about a third of the way up the contents of the pot.
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Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the beans are tender. Right before removing from the heat, stir in the parsley and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.
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Add the remaining olive oil.
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Serve with feta and good bread.
Notes
Rich, hearty, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, Fasolakia Yiahni—classic Greek green beans in tomato sauce—is a comforting dish that’s perfect as a main course or a flavorful side.
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