South African Green Bean Bredie
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Serves 4

2 medium MountainKing® Butter Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1⁄2” dice
2 tbsp. oil
1 1⁄2 lbs. lamb, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup coarsely chopped onions
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp minced fresh ginger root
1⁄2 cup water
1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed, cut into 1” lengths
1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh hot chili peppers
1⁄4 tsp. dried thyme
2 tsp. salt
Pepper

In a large skillet heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the lamb and brown it in batches.
Transfer pieces to a plate.
Add the onions, garlic, and ginger, and cook over low heat. Return the meat to the skillet. Cover tightly, and simmer for 30 minutes over the lowest heat.
Stir in the water, green beans, potatoes, chili peppers, thyme, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Cover again, reduce heat, and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Taste for seasoning and serve immediately with rice.