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Runner beans’ existence dated back thousands years ago in South America. This vegetable is very popular among home vegetable growers. Why not? Runner beans are easy to grow. Just like any vegetables from the legumes family the roots of this vegetable have bacteria that aid in the renewal of nitrogen supplies in the soil.
For those individuals who are not familiar with runner beans, these beans have a flat appearance with course skin texture, not to mention, purplish beans inside the pod. Additionally, fully grown beans possess fibrous strings on both sides.
Nonetheless, having knowledge on how to cook runner beans may be important, but learning the proper way of storing and discerning the best runner beans to buy is equally essential.
Starting with purchasing the beans on the market place always select young beans over mature ones because older bean pods are too fibrous. Further, the pods must be fresh, crispy and firm. The beans should be no bigger than your smallest fingernail. The downside of runner beans is that they don’t have long storage life, thus should be cooked as soon as possible after purchasing them. In case the beans can’t be cooked right away you should keep them in the fridge.
For its preparation, they have to be top, tail and string. Carefully slide the knife through the top of the beans without cutting right through. The beans need stringing if there is a thick thread. Slice the beans lengthwise or horizontally.
One of the reasons why runner beans is a favorite is the fact that this vegetable goes well with other delectable main course such as chicken, lamb, pork, and fish. What is more, how to cook runner beans is a ‘no sweat’ task. From steam, boiled, soup, to runner beans with tomato and onions, you can do all these recipes easily.
To boil runner beans, prepare a pan of water then bring to a boil. Add the beans, then, cook for about 10 minutes or until tender, at the same time crispy. Meanwhile, to steam, simply put the beans in steamer. Allow to cook for 8 to 12 minutes.
For Runner bean soup, here are the ingredients and directions.
Ingredients:
- 500g of runner beans
- Onion
- Vegetable stock (700ml)
- 1 carrot (big)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions:
1. Prepare the beans.
2. Slice them, along with the carrots and onion
3. In a pan, heat the butter, then; toss the vegetables (beans, carrots, onions).
4. Cook until they start to soften.
5. Add the vegetable stock. Allow to simmer for approximately 30 minutes.
6. Puree using blender.
7. Season to taste
8. Serve with freshly crusty bread.
9. Enjoy
