RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE CYPRUS TAVAS

In Cypriot cuisine, Tavas are a traditional dish known for their delicious flavor and unique combination of ingredients. It is a stew based on young beans and meat, cooked slowly to obtain a comforting and tasty dish.

Tavas Ingredients

500 g fresh green beans

500 g lamb or beef, cut into pieces

1 chopped onion

2 cloves of garlic, minced

2 ripe tomatoes, chopped

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon sweet paprika

1 cinnamon stick

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil

Water

Preparation of Tavas step by step

Wash and cut the green beans into small pieces.

In a large pot, heat a little olive oil and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until golden.

Add the lamb or beef and brown it on all sides.

Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes so the flavors integrate.

Add the green beans to the pot and mix well with the rest of the ingredients.

Cover everything with water and let it boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot and cook over low heat until the meat is tender and the beans are cooked, stirring occasionally.

Adjust the seasoning and serve the Tavas piping hot, accompanied by crusty bread.

Enjoy this comforting Cypriot dish full of authentic flavors and delicious aroma!