Van Abel's Green Bean Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans washed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Blanching The Green Beans:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add a pinch of salt and the trimmed green beans.
- Boil for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green.
- Quickly transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process.
Sautéing Garlic And Almonds:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sliced almonds.
- Sauté until the garlic becomes golden brown and almonds are toasted.
Bringing It All Together:
- Add the blanched green beans to the pan.
- Toss them gently, ensuring they are coated with the garlic and almond mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Finishing Touches:
- Sprinkle lemon zest over the green beans for a burst of citrusy freshness.
- Toss everything together until well combined.