Lima Beans with Aji Chiles

Ingredients

• •1 leek, white part only, finely chopped
• •2 aji chilies, fresh, stems and seeds removed, minced (Serrano chilies may be used as a substitute)
• •2 tablespoons butter
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 pound lima beans, baby fresh, or frozen and thawed
• •1/2 cup water, could use 1 cup
• •1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• •1 teaspoon lemon or lime zest
• •1/4 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. 1Sautee the leek and ajis in 1 tablespoon of the butter and the olive oil for 30 seconds.
2. 2Add the lima beans, water, and the citrus juice; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until the beans are tender.
3. 3Mix the 1 tablespoon of butter with the citrus zest and the salt and pepper.
4. 4Drain the beans and add the butter mixture. Simmer for a minute and stir to coat the beans.