Beans, mentioned in the Talmud as “ruviah,” are symbolic on Rosh Hashanah because their Talmudic name sounds like the Hebrew “to increase,” and therefore indicates a desire for increased blessings in the new year.
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Green Beans with Honey Tahini Glaze
This symbolic Rosh Hashanah side is easy and delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp Tamari or soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp orange juice
- 1 tsp finely grated ginger
- 1 lb trimmed green beans
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spread beans in a 9×13-inch baking dish; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat beans evenly. Roast for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the tahini, honey, tamari, garlic, orange juice and ginger in a small bowl.
- Remove beans from oven. Pour honey-tahini mixture over beans and toss to coat evenly. Return beans to oven and roast for 10-12 additional minutes, until brown and starting to shrivel. Transfer to serving plate and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste.
This would probably work with asparagus too