Fasoliyyeh Bi Z-Zayt (Syrian Green Beans with Olive Oil)

Instructions

1- Place the green beans into a large pot, and drizzle with olive oil.

2- Season with salt to taste, and put the lid on the pot.

3- Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until beans are cooked to your desired doneness.

4- Syrians like it cooked until the green beans are turning brownish in color.

5- The idea is not to saute them, but to let them steam in the moisture released by the ice crystals.

6- Add cilantro and garlic to the beans, and continue to cook just until the cilantro has started to wilt.

7- Eat as a main course by scooping up with warm pita bread or serve as a side dish.