Fagiolini alla fiorentina

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Fagiolini alla fiorentina is a traditional dish originating from Florence. The dish is usually made with a combination of green beans, onions, garlic, olive oil, fennel seeds, peeled tomatoes, and salt. The onions and garlic and cooked in olive oil over low heat until tender. The fennel seeds, salt, and tomatoes are added to the pan, and the tomatoes are then gently crushed. The mixture is simmered for about twenty minutes before the beans are added to the pot and cooked until tender. Once done, fagiolini alla fiorentina are usually served as an accompaniment to roasted or grilled meat dishes. It's believed that the dish tastes the best if reheated the next day.