The Easiest Mexican Green Beans Recipe | Ejotes a la Mexicana
Mexican green beans, or Ejotes a la Mexicana, you’re going to love this easiest of recipes. It makes a delicious healthy, low-carb side dish to any meal. Mexican-style green beans are made with green beans, onion, tomatoes, jalapeños and a few spices. So quick and easy to make!
Sauté the onion with olive oil until soft and a little browned. Then add the garlic and sauté for a minute.
Add green beans to the frying pan. Then add the jalapeno, salt and ground cumin. Mix until well incorporated.
Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Add the tomatoes to the pan, mix well and cook until they begin to break down and the green beans are to your desired texture. I like mine with a crisp still to them.
Ready to serve as a side dish or part of a Mexican vegan meal.
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Notes
Instead of jalapeño you can add serrano for a spicier version, or some crushed red pepper flakes for a milder touch.
You can mix in dried oregano or cilantro if desired.
You can top with cotija cheese, either vegan or regular.