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Green Beans Almondine Recipe with Crispy Fried Shallots

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A quick and easy side dish featuring fresh green beans tossed with toasted almonds and topped with crispy fried shallots for a perfect balance of buttery richness and fresh crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup (35g) sliced almonds
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Trim and blanch the green beans: Snap off the ends of 1 pound (450g) of fresh green beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking and keep that vibrant color. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Prepare the crispy fried shallots: Thinly slice 2 medium shallots. Heat 2 tablespoons (30ml) of olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the shallots in a single layer and fry, stirring gently, for about 4-6 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  3. Toast the almonds: In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons (45g) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1/3 cup (35g) sliced almonds and stir frequently for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and transfer almonds to a plate to prevent overcooking.
  4. Sauté the green beans: Using the same skillet (wipe clean if needed), add a drizzle of olive oil and 1 minced garlic clove. Sauté over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the blanched green beans and toss to coat with garlic and oil. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and slightly caramelized but still crisp.
  5. Combine and finish: Return the toasted almonds to the skillet and stir to mix evenly. Squeeze 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the beans, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If you like a touch of heat, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes now. Toss everything gently to combine.
  6. Serve topped with crispy shallots: Transfer green beans almondine to a serving dish and scatter the crispy fried shallots on top.

Notes

Keep olive oil at medium heat when frying shallots to avoid burning. Use a slotted spoon to remove shallots as soon as they turn golden and drain on paper towels to crisp up. Blanch green beans in salted water and immediately transfer to ice water to lock in color and crispness. Stir almonds constantly while toasting to avoid uneven browning. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors. Store fried shallots separately to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: green beans almondine, crispy fried shallots, side dish, toasted almonds, easy vegetable recipe, holiday side, gluten-free, low-carb

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