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Albanian Stewed Green Beans And Potatoes With Smokey Seitan Recipe

Discover the vibrant flavors of Albania with this hearty and delicious stewed green bean recipe! This vegan-friendly dish combines tender green beans and potatoes with smoky seitan for a satisfying and unique culinary experience. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the Adriatic and Ionian coasts, this recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special occasion. Easily adaptable to your preferences, you can substitute the seitan with store-bought vegan beef or chicken chunks, or even veggie crumbles. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the heart of the Mediterranean!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 312.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Albanian Stewed Green Beans And Potatoes With Smokey Seitan

  • 8 oz seitan
  • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
  • 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked salt
  • Pepper to taste

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How to Make Albanian Stewed Green Beans And Potatoes With Smokey Seitan

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 8 oz seitan, and sauté until golden brown on all sides (4-5 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke and 1/4 teaspoon smoked salt.
  4. Remove seitan from pot and set aside.
  5. Add 2-3 tablespoons olive oil to the pot.
  6. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 8 minutes until translucent and tender.
  7. If needed, deglaze the pot with 1/4 cup vegetable broth to remove any browned bits.
  8. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  9. Add 1 lb green beans, trimmed, and 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed.
  10. Sauté vegetables for 5 minutes.
  11. Stir in 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), salt, and pepper.
  12. Sauté for 2 minutes.
  13. Pour in 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth (or water), bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
  14. After 2 minutes, add the reserved seitan.
  15. Simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until green beans and potatoes are tender, adding more broth if needed.
  16. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (Remember, the seitan is already salty).
  17. Let the stew rest for 15 minutes before serving.
  18. Serve hot with rice, bread, and a side salad or vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

14g

Carbs

10g

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