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Lobya Recipe

Lebanese · Main course · 55 min total

Lobya is a comforting Lebanese green bean stew simmered in a rich tomato sauce with garlic and warm spices, perfect served over rice or with crusty bread.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water, plus more as needed
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon; stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and water. Bring to a simmer.
4. Add green beans, stir to coat. Cover and cook over low heat for 30-35 minutes, until beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Add more water if sauce thickens too much.
5. Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use homemade tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes.
• Lobya can be made ahead and reheats well; flavors meld overnight.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Serve over rice, quinoa, or with warm pita bread.

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