Loubieh Siami

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Susan

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Lebanese

Appetizer (Mezze)

4-6

About This Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs. green beans
• 1 medium onion; chopped
• 1/2 to 1/3 olive oil
• 1 -28 ounce can diced tomato
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/3 teaspoon allspice
• 1/3 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper
• Sprinkle of hot pepper flakes (light sprinkle)

Preparation

Wash and cut green beans in half or smaller pieces if you like.

Directions

Sauté onion in oil until tender.  Add the green beans and sauté for 10 minutes.  Add the tomatoes and water to the beans then add the spices. Bring to a boil then simmer on medium for about 30-45 minutes.

There should not be a lot of liquid when done. The beans and tomatoes should thicken up. Scoop up and enjoy with Lebanese bread!