Baqili bi-Khall (Beans with Vinegar)*

Categories:	Vegetable   13th century   beans   Arabic
Original Source:	al-Baghdadi, Kitab al-Tabikh
Secondary Source:	A Baghdad Cookery Book
Cook:	Peridot of the Quaking Hand
Meeting Date:	1976-04-03

Take green beans as soon as firm, and peel off the outer skin: then boil in salt and water until cooked. Dry, and pour on a little sesame-oil: cover with good vinegar, and serve.

Steps

1. Cook lima beans in salted water. Drain & dry.
2. Pour on sesame oil & mix well.
3. Add vinegar, mix well and serve.

Note

Try using green beans, shelled.
This recipe is good served hot, at room temperature or cold.