Unlike what their humble name might suggest, flat beans are the meatier, wider and less cylindrical version of ordinary green beans.

Steamed or microwaved, crispy fresh flat beans can be eaten alone, added to a variety of dishes such as soups and stews, or serve as the heart of many stylish side dishes.

After a short cooking time, their full-bodied texture and robust flavor will be accompanied by luscious tenderness. At …, we quickly stir them in a pan to retain their crunchy texture, and mix them with herbs and fresh tomatoes.

The topping consists of eggs, but not regular store bought eggs- farm eggs are used to respect the traditional nature of the dish, with their tastier and creamier yolk, fresh and natural taste, and higher nutritional value.

Having originated from Italy, flat green beans add a Mediterranean touch to the food as a representative of the climate the fosters them.

Although the West recognizes the original version of this recipe as an Italian dish, our particular variety has passed on from generation to generation in the villages of Northern Iran.