Loubye Bzeit
A Classic Lebanese Vegetarian dish, Loubye Bzeit is a family favorite appetizer in all Lebanese homes. Fresh green beans are sautéed with onions and tomatoes and simmered until tender and delicious.
- Prep time
- 30 min
- Cook time
- 40 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 lb Green Beans
- 1 Large Onion
- 6 Cloves of Garlic
- ¼ cup Olive Oil
- 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes
- 1 tb. Tomato Paste
- ½ cup Water
- 1 tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the green beans by trimming the ends. Cut each string of green bean into 2-4 bite-sized pieces depending on its size. Wash and set aside.
- 2
Finely chop the onion and crush the garlic.
- 3
Set a pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, chopped onion and crushed garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
- 4
Add the green beans and sauté for an additional 10 minutes until the green beans begin to wilt. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Add the can of diced tomatoes over the green beans. Add water to the can and pour over green beans along with the tomato paste.
- 6
Let simmer over medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes.
- 7
Serve at room temperature with pita bread.