Etli Taze Fasulye (Turkish Lamb and Green Bean Stew)
Tender lamb simmered with tomatoes and green beans until soft and sweet, an everyday Turkish home dinner.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.10 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a heavy casserole. Brown the lamb in two batches for 5 minutes each, then lift out.
10 min - 2
Cook the onion in the same pan for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato purée and stir for 1 minute.
6 min - 3
Return the lamb and add the tomatoes, paprika, salt, pepper and hot water. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 45 minutes until the lamb is nearly tender.
45 min - 4
Stir in the green beans, cover and cook for 25 minutes, until the beans are very soft and the sauce is thick.
25 min - 5
Stir in the lemon juice. Taste for salt. Serve with rice, bulgur or crusty bread.
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