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Pan-Fried Butter Beans

Pan-Fried Butter Beans recipe

Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are named after the city of Lima in Peru, where they were first cultivated.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

Cooking Method
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 15 min Rest Time: 5 min Total Time: 30 mins
Servings 4
Calories 720
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 16 ounce Butter Beans
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 clove Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley
Instructions
  1. Rinse and drain the butter beans.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add the butter beans, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pan.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are golden and crispy.
  6. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley.
  8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Sugars 2g
Protein 9g18%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.