Fasoolia bil lahme (green beans with meat)

Instructions

1. Cut the lamb into pieces and brown them in the oil over medium-high heat for 8 minutes.
2. Add the sliced onion and cook it for 8 minutes until soft.
3. Stir in the garlic, the peeled and chopped tomatoes, the spices and the tomato paste if using, then cook for 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the hot water, cover and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes.
5. Trim the green beans and cut them in half if needed.
6. Add the beans to the pot, season with salt and continue cooking covered for 30 minutes over low heat.
7. Check that the meat and beans are tender, adjust the seasoning, and serve with white rice.