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Braised Runner Beans with Pangritata

20/07/2020 by Richard Makin

braised runner beans with pangritata

The only way to serve runner beans: braised with hints of garlic, topped with a crispy sourdough pangritata. Perfect for a weekend small-plates lunch.


It’s runner bean season again which means I’m whipping out this braised runner beans with pangritata recipe on a daily basis! If you’ve not know the pleasure of a slightly scorched but beautifully tender runner bean, aromatic with garlic, herbs and crispy with sourdough breadcrumbs, then you’ve not lived!

Well, actually you probably have lived. I’d never take that away from you. But your life will 100% be enhanced by this recipe! It’s truly the best way to celebrate the G.O.A.T. bean – THE RUNNER BEAN!

braised runner beans with pangritata

What’s Pangritata?

Pangritata is potentially one of my favourite ways to use up stale bread. It translates to “grated bread” and is typically a blend of crispy fried bread crumbs with aromatic herbs. It adds a totally different textural dimension to basically any dish and works so perfectly with these tender, braised runner beans. 

What’s more, it’s super easy to make and works best with old sourdough which has gone too hard to enjoy fresh. This recipe will make plenty of pangritata, so you might want to save some for use on other dishes. It works particularly well on Mac and Cheese! Just be sure to let it cool fully before storing in an airtight container. 

pangritata

Why Runner Beans?

Runner beans (or flat beans) are one of my favourite summer beans. They’re flat compared to french or string beans, but have such a plump, tender texture that they work well as a stand-alone dish or a side. I could honestly eat these guys for every meal. 

They’re also crazy, crazy good for you! They’re super high in fibre, vitamins A, K and C AND they’re packed with antioxidants. Also, they’re particularly high in Zea-Xanthin – an antioxidant thought to be important for eye health. Yes, it sounds like I’m funded by “Big Runner Beans” but I promise I’m not. They’re just SUCH a good bean! 

runner beans

Tips for Cooking Runner Beans

These guys don’t need much prep and are super versatile, but here’s how I like to whip them up!

1. Slice the Beans

Unlike many beans, these braised runner beans with pangritata don’t need to be trimmed or “de-stringed”. Just slice of the woody stem at the top of the bean and you’re good to go. 

When slicing, you can choose to go thick or thin. Thin sliced beans will cook a lot faster than thick, so keep that in mind. I like to cut my beans on the diagonal and be sure to give them a little wash before cooking. 

sliced runner beans

2. Prepare Your Pangritata Ingredients

Next up, gather your pangritata ingredients. Try to use stale sourdough bread if you can – this is a great way to use all those little nubs of bread which are too small to toast or use for sandwiches.

It’s also best to use fresh herbs if you have them, but if you only have access to dried, they’ll work great too. Pangritata usually contains anchovies or chorizo, which provides some oil, salt and tangy umami flavour. Instead we’re using minced sun-dried tomatoes and capers for tang!

pangritata ingredients

3. Start the Pangritata

Mince the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and capers really nice and finely. Heat some oil in a skillet and add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and capers. They should sizzle nicely and the garlic should start to brown. It’ll smell super aromatic at this stage! 

garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and capers

4. Add the Herbs

At this point, add the finely chopped herbs. This is a good chance to use up all those parsley stalks you’ve been storing in your fridge. Chop them up super finely as they can be a little woody, but they’re crazy flavoursome!

pangritata

5. Add the Breadcrumbs

Next, add the breadcrumbs and cook until toasty and golden brown. Season well with salt and pepper and you’re done! Pangritata perfecto! Remove it from the pan and set aside – we’re going to use the same pan for the braised beans. 

pangritata

6. Cook the Beans

Heat a little oil in the same pan and add a minced clove of garlic. Fry it until golden but don’t let it burn. Add the sliced beans and fry up on medium heat. Allow some of the beans to brown slightly before adding some water and covering – this allows the beans to steam and fully cook through. 

runner beans

7. Top With Pangritata

Remove the lid and check the beans are cooked though. Top with pangritata and serve!

Braised runner beans with pangritata

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Braised runner beans with pangritata
braised runner beans with pangritata

Braised Runner Beans with Pangritata

The only way to serve runner beans: braised with hints of garlic, topped with a crispy sourdough pangritata. Perfect for a weekend small-plates lunch.
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Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: braised runner beans with pangritata
Servings: 2
Calories: 339kcal
Author: Richard Makin

Ingredients

  • 250 g runner beans
  • 3 slices sourdough bread (stale if possible)
  • 5 sun-dried tomatoes (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp capers (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (peeled and minced)
  • small bunch fresh parsley (stalks separated and finely chopped)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (stalks removed and finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • pinch flaky sea salt
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • Remove the woody stems from the runner beans and discard. Slice the runner beans on the diagonal into thin slices. Place in a bowl and fill with cold water. Set aside.
    sliced runner beans
  • Place the stale sourdough into a food processor or blender and blitz into rough breadcrumbs. If you don't have a blender, use a box grater and grate the bread instead. Set aside.
    bread crumbs
  • Place a medium frying pan or cast-iron skillet over a medium heat. Add a little olive oil and add the minced sun-dried tomatoes, capers and two of the minced garlic cloves (reserve one garlic clove for later).
    garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and capers
  • Cook the tomatoes, capers and garlic until the garlic is lightly browned, stirring with a silicone spatula regularly. Next add the finely chopped herbs and herb stalks. Fry for a further few minutes.
    pangritata
  • Add the breadcrumbs and stir regularly over medium heat until the crumbs are brown and toasted. Season with the pepper and salt. Transfer the cooked, crispy pangritata to a plate and leave it to cool. Place the frying pan back over medium heat.
    pangritata
  • Add another drizzle of olive oil to the pan and add the final minced clove of garlic. Stir frequently and do not allow the garlic to burn. Once the garlic is browned, add the sliced runner beans.
    runner beans
  • Fry the runner beans for a few minutes until the edges of some of the beans are lightly browned. Add around 150ml water to the pan and cover with the lid. Allow the beans to steam for a further 3-5 minutes. Remove the lid and check the beans are cooked through. Once cooked, sprinkle with salt and remove from the heat.
  • Top the beans with the pangritata and serve.
    braised runner beans with pangritata

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Braised Runner Beans with Pangritata
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 624mg27%
Potassium 576mg16%
Carbohydrates 68g23%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 906IU18%
Vitamin C 19mg23%
Calcium 110mg11%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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