Best 2 Stewed Green Beans South African Farm Recipes

Indulge your taste buds in a delectable culinary journey with the flavors of South African farm-style stewed green beans. Learn the art of transforming simple, fresh ingredients into an extraordinary dish, where green beans take center stage, enveloped in a rich and savory stew. Discover the perfect balance of textures, with tender-crisp green beans harmoniously mingling with a luscious, flavorful sauce. This article presents a collection of the best recipes, carefully curated to guide you in creating an authentic South African farm-style stewed green beans experience that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the countryside.

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STEWED GREEN BEANS

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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories side-dish

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, stems removed and halved
1 pound smoked ham hocks (about 2 whole), or 1 smoked turkey leg
4 cups chicken stock
2 red bell peppers, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In a slow cooker, combine the green beans, ham hocks, stock and bell peppers. Cook on high, 3 to 4 hours.
Once the beans are super tender and the ham hocks are falling apart, you are ready to go. Pull the ham hocks out and set aside to cool. Once you can handle them, shred every ounce of meat you can find, and then toss the meat with the beans and peppers. Season and serve!

STEWED GREEN BEANS

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Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound, green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 small onion, diced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped coarse
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté green beans and onion with salt to taste, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes, or until beans begin to brown.
Add 1/4 cup water and cook until water is evaporated and skillet is almost dry. Add tomatoes, lemon juice, and salt to taste and cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are browned. Add remaining 2 tablespoons water and cook until it is evaporated and tomatoes are very soft.

Tips:

Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them.
Trim the green beans: Remove the ends of the beans, and any tough strings that run along the sides.
Use a large pot or Dutch oven: This will give the beans plenty of room to cook evenly.
Cover the beans with water: Add enough water to cover the beans by about 1 inch.
Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer: This will help the beans to cook evenly without getting mushy.
Season the beans with salt and pepper: You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic, onion, or thyme.
Cook the beans until they are tender: This will usually take about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the beans and serve: You can serve the beans hot or cold, as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Stewed green beans are a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can be made with a variety of other ingredients, such as tomatoes, onions, and potatoes. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying side dish, stewed green beans are a great option.