# Fasolakia

## Ingredients

- `1/4` cup extra virgin olive oil
- `1` small onion, grated
- `1.5` pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
- `4` medium tomatoes, pureed
- `2` medium yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- `1/2` teaspoon salt, or to taste 
- ground black pepper to taste
- `1` pinch white sugar (Optional)
- `1` cup water, or as needed

## Directions

- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat
- Stir in onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
- Add green beans and stir until coated in oil
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes
- Add pureed tomatoes, potatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar
- Stir well, then add enough water to barely cover beans
- Cover the saucepan partially with a lid
- Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook gently until green beans and potatoes are soft, 25 to 30 minutes
- Uncover towards the end of cooking to reduce sauce if it is too watery

Link: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/273111/fasolakia-greek-green-beans/
Servings: 4
Category: Sides
Tags: Vegan, Greek