Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
200 g

fresh green beans

ends trimmed and halved

4 unit

potatoes

sliced in chunks

1 unit

onion

halved lengthwise and sliced across

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 tsp

crushed garlic

1 tsp

Dijon mustard

prepared

0.5 cup

chicken stock

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~3 min

Sprinkle potato chunks lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook potato chunks in microwave on autocook until tender.

Key Technique: Microwave
Step 3
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Saute onion and garlic until softened.

Key Technique: Saute
Step 5
~3 min

Add green beans and chicken stock to the pan.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir in Dijon mustard.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook on medium heat until liquid is reduced by half and beans are cooked but slightly crispy.

Step 8
~3 min

Add cooked potato chunks to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Toss to coat the potatoes with the sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

Further reduce liquid to your liking.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Dijon mustard to your preference.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or fish.

Enjoy as a light vegetarian meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Grilled fish
Pork tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in European cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual meal
Holiday side dish

Popularity Score

60/100

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