GREEK BEANS GIGANTES RECIPES

facebook share image    twitter share image    pinterest share image    E-Mail share image

GREEK RECIPES | BBC GOOD FOOD



Greek recipes | BBC Good Food image

Try our favourite Greek recipes, featuring classic Mediterranean flavours and ingredients, including feta cheese and tender lamb.

Provided by Good Food team

Number Of Ingredients 1

GIGANTES WITH TOMATOES AND GREENS RECIPE - BBC FOOD



Gigantes with tomatoes and greens recipe - BBC Food image

This recipe comes from Epirus in northern Greece, where they grow plenty of giant butter beans which they cook with tomatoes and wild greens. To make it easy, I have used chard, in case you don’t fancy going out to gather dandelions or sea kale.

Provided by Rick Stein

Prep Time 12 hours

Cook Time 2 hours

Yield Serves 4-8

Number Of Ingredients 12

500g/1lb 2oz dried gigantes beans or butter beans, soaked overnight
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
6 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp sweet paprika
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes
1 tsp salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
350g/12oz chard or spinach, washed
small handful fresh parsley, chopped
small handful fresh mint, chopped

Steps:

  • Drain the beans, cover with fresh water and bring to the boil. Turn down to a simmer and cook for 1½-2 hours until the beans are just tender.
  • Gently soften the onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil for 5 minutes. When soft, stir in the paprika, tomato purée, chopped tomatoes, 100ml/3½fl oz water, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes. Stir in the chard and take off the heat.
  • Preheat the oven to 160C/140C Fan/Gas 3.
  • When the beans are cooked, drain them and mix with the tomato and chard sauce, adding a further 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the chopped herbs.
  • Transfer the beans to a casserole pan, drizzle with the remaining olive oil and bake for 35–40 minutes until the beans are tender and the sauce thickened and bubbling. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

More about "greek beans gigantes recipes"

GREEK SALAD RECIPE | RACHAEL RAY | FOOD NETWORK
Guzaria is Greek tapas: many little dishes that can be snacked on for a fulfilling meal. Old Athens would gather at small bars at the end of a hard day to find community members, discuss the day, and share food and drink at a leisurely pace over the course of the evening. Ouzo and cold beer are the suggested beverages with your Guzaria menu. Guzaria Menu: Greek Salad, Grilled Pita Bread, Greek Meatballs in Wine Sauce, Baked Gigantes Beans and Grilled Shrimp.
From foodnetwork.com
Reviews 4.8
Total Time 12 minutes
Category main-dish
Cuisine european
  • Combine vegetables, olives, and parsley in a large bowl. Rest sliced feta on the top of salad. Combine oil, vinegar, and oregano in a small plastic container with a lid. Shake vigorously to combine oil and vinegar and pour over salad and cheese. Season with salt and pepper and let the salad marinate until ready to serve. Serve salad with pita bread blistered and warmed on a hot griddle or grill pan.
See details


EASY LOW CALORIE MEALS - OLIVEMAGAZINE
Our healthy recipes pack in plenty of flavour and nutritious ingredients without all the calories. Try lighter versions of classics, veg-rich soups and vibrant salads
From olivemagazine.com
See details


LOW CARB VEGETARIAN RECIPES - OLIVEMAGAZINE
Meat-free and low carb meals needn't be lacklustre. These recipes are satisfying and pack a flavourful punch – from aubergine kebabs to red lentil curry and Chinese-style broccoli with tofu
From olivemagazine.com
Category dinner
See details


EASY LOW CALORIE MEALS - OLIVEMAGAZINE
Our healthy recipes pack in plenty of flavour and nutritious ingredients without all the calories. Try lighter versions of classics, veg-rich soups and vibrant salads
From olivemagazine.com
See details


LOW CARB VEGETARIAN RECIPES - OLIVEMAGAZINE
Meat-free and low carb meals needn't be lacklustre. These recipes are satisfying and pack a flavourful punch – from aubergine kebabs to red lentil curry and Chinese-style broccoli with tofu
From olivemagazine.com
Category dinner
See details


PASTITSIO RECIPE (GREEK PASTA BAKE) - THE HUNGRY BITES
The Pastitsio (or Pastichio) is a famous Greek pasta bake with a spiced meat sauce and a silky béchamel. It’s ideal as a delicious Sunday dinner and it also freezes very well.
From thehungrybites.com
Reviews 4.8
Total Time 150 minutes
Category Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Calories 778 kcal per serving
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the top is golden brown with dark spots all over the surface. Let it rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing for easier serving. Eat!
See details


BETTER-THAN-TAKEOUT CHINESE BBQ ... - INSTANT POT RECIPES
From recipes.instantpot.com
Reviews 5
Cuisine Chinese
  • Serve, passing remaining glaze as a dipping sauce.
See details


MACARONI AND CHEESE – INSTANT POT RECIPES
This is a creamy, cheesy, classic mac ‘n’ cheese! The macaroni cooks in vegetable or chicken broth, and there’s no straining or draining required. For a change of pace, switch out the Cheddar cheese for Fontina, Gruyère, or smoked Gouda.
From recipes.instantpot.com
Reviews 5
Cuisine Modern
  • Open the pot and stir in the cheeses, sour cream, mustard, and cayenne pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken, then stir again and serve. 
See details


GREEK BUTTER BEANS RECIPE - GIGANTES PLAKI (VEGAN) - REAL ...
Nov 18, 2017 · Greek Gigantes. These creamy-textured beans with their buttery flavor are also packed with nutrients providing us with so many health benefits. They are rich in high-quality …
From realgreekrecipes.com
See details


GIGANTES PLAKI RECIPE (GIGANDES GREEK BAKED 'GIANT' BEANS ...
Gigantes plaki (Greek baked gigantes) is a classic Greek recipe, consisting of ‘giant’ beans baked in a tomato sauce along with plenty of fresh herbs, which give a really unique taste. This Gigantes recipe takes some time to prepare, but it’s all worth it! The beans …
From mygreekdish.com
See details


TRADITIONAL GREEK GREEN BEANS RECIPE (FASOLAKIA GIAHNI ...
Greek green beans (fasolakia) are cooked with a basic Greek cooking teqnique, called “Giaxni”, which means ‘steamy’. ‘Giaxni’ is a very popular technique used in different kinds of traditional Greek recipes…
From mygreekdish.com
See details


GREEK SIDE DISH RECIPES | ALLRECIPES
Greek Style Potatoes is a simple recipe, and the closest I can get to the real thing. The best is that it can be adjusted to your taste as you bake it. I sometimes add a little more lemon. The potatoes are moist, and great with green beans …
From allrecipes.com
See details


GREEK MEDITERRANEAN COOKING & CUISINE | GREEK CHEF DIANE ...
Diane Kochilas, Greek Chef, shares healthy Greek Mediterranean recipes from different regions of Greece and explores the richness and splendor of Greek food. ... Gigantes (Giant Beans) …
From dianekochilas.com
See details


FASOLATHA - REAL GREEK RECIPES
Jan 04, 2019 · Fasolatha – Greek Bean Soup. Fasolatha is one of the most favorite winter comfort foods in Greece. It’s a thick and creamy white bean and tomato soup. Delicious and nourishing, all made from scratch using basic fresh ingredients.. This old-fashioned Greek soup is made on the stovetop using dried white beans that have been soaked overnight. We never cook using canned beans …
From realgreekrecipes.com
See details


GREEK RECIPES IN ENGLISH BY CHEF ARGIRO BARBARIGOU ...
Beans in Tomato Sauce with Feta Cheese (Gigantes Plaki) Giant beans with feta cheese and spinach Spanakorizo – Spinach rice Octopus with macaroni Oven-steamed spicy octopus Shrimp …
From argirobarbarigou.com
See details


10 BEST BAKED BEANS USING CANNED BAKED BEANS RECIPES …
Jan 21, 2022 · The Best Baked Beans Using Canned Baked Beans Recipes on Yummly | Boston Baked Beans, Maple Baked Beans, Bbq Baked Beans With Bacon. ... Super Easy Gigantes Plaki (Greek Baked Beans) skinny spatula. olive oil, salt, beans…
From yummly.com
See details


75 TASTY RECIPES FOR BEANS OF ALL KINDS
Oct 28, 2021 · For a taste of Greece on your plate, try this no-fuss slow cooker recipe made with Greek gigantes (giant beans) in a flavorful tomato sauce. If you can't find that bean variety, butter beans …
From msn.com
See details


75 TASTY RECIPES FOR BEANS OF ALL KINDS
Oct 28, 2021 · For a taste of Greece on your plate, try this no-fuss slow cooker recipe made with Greek gigantes (giant beans) in a flavorful tomato sauce. If you can't find that bean variety, butter beans …
From msn.com
See details


BAKED BEAN RECIPES | ALLRECIPES
'Big Fat' refers not only to size of the beans, but also to the huge flavor of this dish. Use the largest beans you can find: Gigante beans are the best, but Corona and lima beans also work great. Serve …
From allrecipes.com
See details


10 BEST MAIN DISH TO GO WITH BAKED BEANS RECIPES | YUMMLY
Jan 22, 2022 · Gigantes (Greek Giant Baked Beans) Food.com lima beans, olive oil, ketchup, yellow bell pepper, onion, red bell pepper and 11 more Baked Beans Recipe, made from scratch.
From yummly.com
See details


BUTTER BEANS RECIPES - BBC FOOD
Butter beans are large, creamy-coloured beans that have a soft, floury texture when cooked. They make a great vegetarian pâté and work well in mixed bean salads, or rich, wintry stews. …
From bbc.co.uk
See details


SPECIAL RUNNER BEAN VEGETABLE SEEDS TO BUY FROM THE REAL ...
gigantes in savoury tomato sauce; gigantes dressed with lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, & salt, in a salad ; gigantes paté (a bit like hummus) made with garlic and olive oil ; You can find loads more mouth-watering recipes on the internet or in greek cookbooks by searching for 'gigantes beans'.
From realseeds.co.uk
See details


TOP 25 GREEK FOODS – THE MOST POPULAR DISHES IN GREECE ...
Jan 17, 2020 · With age-old recipes, Greek cuisine has been influenced by Middle Eastern, Italian, and Ottoman cultures. Fresh vegetables, fish, olive oil, wine, meat, and grains play a significant role in these dishes, as well as cheese, bread, olives, herbs, and yogurt. ... Gigantes (Giant Beans) A very enjoyable and healthy meal, gigantes are giant beans ...
From chefspencil.com
See details


WHY FAKES AND FASOLADA ARE CONSIDERED SUPERFOODS OF THE ...
Jan 10, 2022 · Fakes (lentils, Fasolada (beans), Revithia (chickpeas), Gigantes (Lima beans), Fava (split peas) and many more traditional Greek dishes are not only ideal during Nistia (Lent) but are …
From greekcitytimes.com
See details


13 GREEK FOODS THAT ARE SUPER HEALTHY
Jul 24, 2017 · Gigantes are large white beans. They are appropriately named after the Greek word for giant, while plaki means a dish baked in the oven with vegetables. Appropriately, the dish …
From healthline.com
See details


HOME - ODYSEA
Jan 12, 2022 · Odysea honey is produced in the village of Ilias in central Greece by artisan bee-keeper Alexandros Gousiaris. Alexandros lovingly tends his bees ensuring they are protected in winter and moved to the Greek …
From odysea.com
See details


FIREHOUSE TAVERNA | TARZANA, CA | 818.881.3118
Every time a Greek-American family would visit, she would rush to get Tony out of the kitchen, where he would otherwise spend his entire day from sunrise to sunset. Tony keeps his mother’s and grandfather’s memories alive by offering decades old recipes …
From firehousetaverna.com
See details


HOME - ODYSEA
Jan 12, 2022 · Odysea honey is produced in the village of Ilias in central Greece by artisan bee-keeper Alexandros Gousiaris. Alexandros lovingly tends his bees ensuring they are protected in winter and moved to the Greek mountains or islands in the summer …
From odysea.com
See details


FIREHOUSE TAVERNA | TARZANA, CA | 818.881.3118
Every time a Greek-American family would visit, she would rush to get Tony out of the kitchen, where he would otherwise spend his entire day from sunrise to sunset. Tony keeps his mother’s and grandfather’s memories alive by offering decades old recipes he …
From firehousetaverna.com
See details


NOT WITH MY COFFEE | BOOK BASSET
Dec 16, 2021 · Wholesome chicken and poultry recipes like the Greek-Style Grilled Chicken, the Chicken Gyro, and the Chicken Feta Orzo Satisfying fish and seafood recipes like the Grilled Octopus, the Shrimp Kebabs, and the Stuffed Squid Vegetarian and side recipes like the Manestra Pasta, the Gigantes Plaki Butter Beans…
From bookbasset.com
See details


CHICKEN & WHITE BEAN SOUP RECIPE | EATINGWELL
16 Healthy Oatmeal Recipes That Taste Like Dessert ... Used less chicken and more beans (our own "Greek Gigantes") and added some home grown green chile and garlic. Substituted cumin and oregano for the sage. It became a delicious "White Chile". KathyB . Rating: …
From eatingwell.com
See details


CUZINA
DRINK LIKE A GREEK. ‍ Come evening time, Cuzina’s bar area transforms into one of West Bridgford’s most unique bar hotspots. With liqueurs and spirits hailing from Greece and Cyprus such as Mastiha and Zivania, our highly skilled mixologists bring together …
From cuzina.co.uk
See details


HEATHER CHRISTO DELICIOUSLY ALLERGEN FREE RECIPES
Gigantes is a Greek dish (giant beans!) that I just love! So I wanted to come up with an easier, faster more modern way to make them in hopes that it might make the dish more of a staple for us to enjoy.
From heatherchristo.com
See details


SALON FOOD'S TOP 10 RECIPES OF 2021: FROM IMPOSSIBLY CRISP ...
Dec 31, 2021 · These adjectives describe Salon Food's top 10 recipes of 2021. The list features perennial favorites (chicken and pasta meals), as well as new classics (chocolate sandwiches and …
From salon.com
See details


EVVIA ESTIATORIO - 2404 PHOTOS & 2542 REVIEWS - GREEK ...
We had a delicious dinner at Evvia on November 30, 2021. We decided to have an assortment of starters and desserts. The dolmas were delicious. Gigantes - baked organic Gigante beans also delicious. Spanakotiropita - phyllo stuffed with spinach, leeks, feta, dill & herbs …
From yelp.com
See details


LIBRIVOX WIKI
Jan 20, 2022 · LibriVox About. LibriVox is a hope, an experiment, and a question: can the net harness a bunch of volunteers to help bring books in the public domain to life through podcasting?
From wiki.librivox.org
See details


Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »