Wash the beans, cut off the ends and remove any threads, then cut the beans into pieces approx. 2 cm long.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan or saucepan and fry the onions and garlic cloves until golden. Add the beans, season with salt and stir-fry for a few minutes until they are shiny and turn a lighter green. Add the drained peeled tomatoes, season with salt and mix everything well. Cover and simmer on a low flame for approx. 40 minutes. until the tomato sauce is thick.
Season to taste and serve with Arabic bread. Can also be eaten cold.