CUBAN GREEN BEANS

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This dish is fast and easy and the addition of the lime juice is a delightful change for green beans-very refreshing! From 3 Guys from Miami. Enjoy!!!

Provided by Mrs.Jack

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup chopped white onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1/2 cup cooked ham or 1/2 cup bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, place the green beans in boiling, salted water. Cook, uncovered, until fully cooked, about 6 minutes. If you like your beans w/ a little crunch, cook 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and drain.
  • Sauté the onion in olive oil until the onions begin to get limp. Add garlic and ham or bacon and cook for 2 additional minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in fresh lime juice.
  • Pour sauce over cooked green beans and toss to coat evenly. Season w/ salt pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top and serve.

Rovaldo Brandt
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the green beans and the sauce.


Maten Mustafa
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I loved the flavor of the garlic in this recipe. It was the perfect complement to the green beans.


Sir Pants
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These green beans were a little too bland for my taste. I think next time I'll add some more spices.


Marlon Johnson
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and vegetables and it always turns out great.


Nwendum Austine
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and the whole family loves it.


Prashanna Bhatt
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook green beans and this recipe is a keeper! The green beans were so flavorful and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


James Flynn
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I often make a double batch and then freeze the leftovers for later.


Nthabiseng Tlali
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I love the addition of the bell peppers and onions to this recipe. It gives the green beans a nice crunch and flavor.


Iain Donald
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These green beans were a bit too oily for my taste. I think next time I'll use less olive oil.


SM shojib Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind! The green beans were so flavorful and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Usman Dhuddi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The green beans are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I often add a little bit of chopped bacon for extra flavor.


MuDaSsAr ALi_120
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the green beans and asked for the recipe.


bilal sajjad
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These green beans were a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. I think next time I'll use less cayenne pepper.


Mohamed billoh Jalloh
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I love that this recipe uses fresh green beans. It makes a big difference in the flavor. I also appreciate that the recipe is so easy to follow.


Effah Dominic
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The green beans were so flavorful and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Carolyn Collins
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This is my go-to recipe for green beans. It's simple, quick, and always turns out great. I love the combination of flavors in the sauce.


José Juan Jaramillo
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The green beans are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Ezenwa Nwaozichi
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These green beans were a hit at our dinner party! They were flavorful and easy to make. I especially loved the crispy garlic bits.


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