Garlic-infused French Green Beans
Experience the luxurious flavors of this exquisite dish featuring fresh green beans delicately seasoned with aromatic garlic and spices. Sautéed to perfection in a blend of butter with a hint of cayenne, this dish is elevated with the addition of crunchy hazelnuts for a delightful texture and taste.
Ingredients
For the green beans | |
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| 1 | lb fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched |
| 2 | teaspoons butter or olive oil |
| 1 | small onion, thinly sliced |
| 2 | cloves garlic, chopped |
| 1 | tablespoon fresh thyme (or dried) or oregano (or dried) |
| salt to taste | |
| pinch of cayenne pepper | |
| hazelnuts or your favorite nuts, chopped | |
Instructions
For the green beans | |
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| 1. | Prepare the fresh green beans by trimming them and boiling for 4-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside. |
| 2. | In a cast iron fry pan or saucepan, melt butter or olive oil. Add thinly sliced onion and chopped garlic, and cook over medium-low heat until the onion is just tender. |
| 3. | Stir occasionally until the onion is translucent. Add the prepared green beans, fresh thyme (or dried), salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Heat through. |
| 4. | Just before serving, sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts or your favorite nuts for an added crunch. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 61.8 kcal |
| Protein | 2.4 g |
| Fat | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 4.5 g |
Published on Aug 11, 2024 by Luminița