Borlotti Beans in Olive Oil (Pilaki)

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan and soften the onion.
2. Add the carrot and potato and stir for 5 minutes.
3. Add the grated tomato and the whole garlic cloves and cook until the liquid reduces.
4. Add the beans, then the sugar and salt.
5. Pour in the hot water, cover, and cook over low heat for 40-45 minutes.
6. When the beans are tender, take the pan off the heat and let it cool in the pan.
7. Serve at room temperature with lemon wedges and parsley.