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Green Beans Almondine Recipe with Crispy Fried Shallots Easy and Perfect Side Dish

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A classic green beans almondine side dish featuring buttery toasted almonds and crispy fried shallots, brightened with fresh lemon juice. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (50 grams) sliced almonds, toasted
  • 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water or low-sodium vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450 grams) of fresh green beans under cold water. Trim off the tough ends and pat dry.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring ¼ cup (60 ml) of water or low-sodium vegetable broth to a simmer. Add the green beans and cover with a lid. Steam for 5-7 minutes until beans are tender-crisp and bright green. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup (50 grams) of sliced almonds. Stir frequently for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside immediately.
  4. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium-high. Add 2 medium thinly sliced shallots carefully. Fry, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove shallots with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  5. In the skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic (1 clove) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned. Add steamed green beans and toasted almonds. Toss gently to coat everything in butter and garlic.
  6. Squeeze 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the beans. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss again to combine all flavors evenly.
  7. Transfer the green beans almondine to a serving dish. Sprinkle the crispy fried shallots generously over the top just before serving.

Notes

For vegan version, swap butter with vegan margarine or olive oil and fry shallots in vegetable oil. Use slivered almonds if sliced are unavailable. Thinly sliced red onions can substitute shallots but won’t be as crispy. Keep shallot slices uniform for even frying. Fry shallots at about 350°F (175°C) for best results. Add crispy shallots just before serving to maintain crunch.

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