The Right Spices for Green Beans and Beans

One of the most popular recipes in the world are recipes with the beans, regardless of whether they are prepared in the juicy form of:

- bean soup;

- bean stew;

- bean casserole;

- vegan beans;

- beans with meat.

It's one of the most commonly used legumes in cooking, but unfortunately, if they're not cooked right or the wrong spices are used, beans can quickly turn into the worst dish.

An equally popular dish is made from green beans, which, unlike beans, are much milder and delicate on the digestive system.

Here is what is important to know about seasoning green bean and bean dishes, so that you do not unpleasantly surprise your loved ones or guests.

- In addition to salt, mint can be added to beans. It can be both fresh and dried;

- The most characteristic spice for beans is fenugreek.

- When we prepare bean soup or bean stew, tomatoes, fresh or dry pepper or red pepper are usually added;

- Some cooks who prepare bean soup or bean stew add savory herb to the dish in addition to mint. The combination is quite pleasant and aromatic;

- Spices such as garlic and dill are added to the green beans. It is very appropriate to put tomatoes too, whether it is green beans in a soup or in a stew;

- Salt and pepper must be added to the green beans. If you are making a thickener, you can add paprika along with the flour, but be careful not to burn it;

- Finely chopped fresh parsley is also very suitable for beans in a stew or soup, but if you are preparing beans for a salad, you can improvise with any fresh spices such as oregano, thyme and dill;

- When cooking lean dishes with green beans or ripe beans, it is good to add a little fat to them, preferably oil or olive oil;

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- Traditional root vegetavles for soup can be added to the green beans and beans, which are a piece of celery, a piece of parsnip, carrot and parsley;

- A mixture of crushed mustard seeds, coriander and cumin can added to bean dishes;

- Coriander is particularly suitable in the preparation of green bean dishes. It is combined with cumin, ginger and paprika;

- Many cooks also add tarragon to green bean or bean dishes.