Ejotes con Salsa Ranchera (Mexican Green Beans)
Crisp green beans simmered in a warm tomato and chilli sauce for an easy vegan side dish.
Made with Salsa ranchera. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time20 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.75 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Estimated nutrition per serving
- 226kcal
- 27.2gcarbs
- 4.8gof which sugars
- 7.4gfat
- 1.8gsaturates
- 10.9gprotein
- 8.7gfibre
- 1.1gsalt
A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Boil the green beans in a large pan of salted water for 4 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Drain well.
4 min - 2
Heat the oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Cook the garlic for 30 seconds.
- 3
Add your ready made salsa ranchera (see the base recipe) and 60 ml water. Simmer for 3 minutes until hot and bubbling.
3 min - 4
Add the green beans and toss for 2 minutes, until coated and heated through.
2 min - 5
Scatter with the coriander and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Plunge the beans in cold water after boiling if you want to keep them very green.
- Use runner beans cut thinly if they are in season.
- Serve alongside grilled meat or fish.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 2 hours. Keep in the fridge up to 2 days. Reheat until steaming hot.
Questions
Can I use frozen green beans?
Yes. Cook them straight from frozen in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain.
Can I serve this cold?
Yes. It is also good as a salad with a squeeze of lime.
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GFEFNFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
