**Fried Green Beans with Slivered Almonds: A Crunchy, Flavorful Treat**
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, fried green beans are a delightful side dish or snack. They are commonly coated in a light batter before being fried until golden brown, resulting in a delightful combination of textures and flavors. This recipe takes the classic dish to the next level by adding slivered almonds for an extra layer of crunch and nutty flavor. The almonds are toasted in butter before being combined with the green beans, creating a tantalizing aroma that is sure to whet your appetite. Serve these fried green beans with your favorite dipping sauce or simply enjoy them on their own.
In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. For a healthier alternative, the recipe provides instructions for baking the green beans instead of frying them. This method yields a crispy, flavorful dish without the added fat. For those with gluten sensitivities, there is a gluten-free version of the batter that uses almond flour and tapioca flour. And for those who love spicy food, a variation includes a spicy mayonnaise dipping sauce that adds a kick to the dish.
No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish. It is perfect for a quick and easy snack, a side dish for your main meal, or even as an appetizer at your next party. So gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in the irresistible crunch and flavor of fried green beans with slivered almonds.
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMONDS
A touch of lemon juice gives a fresh taste to this simple side dish from Ruth Andrewson of Leavenworth, Washington. "Slivered almonds look so pretty with the French-style green beans, and they add a tasty crunch, too," she notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet over low heat, toast almonds in butter. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and salt. Drain beans. Add almond mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
NOT-YOUR-GRANDMOTHER'S SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH SLIVERED ALMONDS
BSD is a chef acronym you should know. It stands for blanch, shock and drain, and it applies to many vegetables that need precooking at restaurants. Blanching helps take the raw bite out of vegetables but keeps their texture. Once blanched, shocking in ice water stops the cooking process. Then draining removes any excess moisture and gets them ready for seasoning or sauce. This is a great technique for parcooking and holding all vegetables. It cooks the vegetable about 90 percent. Then all you need to do is finish cooking and season as you wish!
Provided by Jet Tila
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and prepare an ice bath. For the ice bath, use a lot of ice, add 1 teaspoon or so of kosher salt (which will make it a bit colder) and put a colander inside the bowl so that the ice stays separate from the beans and it's easy to drain the beans as soon as they are well chilled.
- Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 minutes. Ladle out 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the water, then transfer the green beans to the ice bath using a wire mesh spider or tongs. Allow to chill completely, then lift the colander out of the ice bath, and dry the green beans thoroughly with kitchen towels or paper towels. This can be done ahead of time.
- In a medium skillet, heat the butter and almonds over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the almonds are deeply browned and nutty, 2 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and shallot and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes longer. Add the lemon juice, along with 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) of the cooking water. Increase the heat to high and stir and shake the pan rapidly to emulsify, about 30 seconds. The sauce should have a glossy sheen and not appear watery or greasy. If it's still watery, continue to simmer and shake. If it looks greasy, add another 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of water. When the sauce is ready, remove from the heat.
- Add the green beans to the pan with the sauce and toss to coat and combine. Return to medium heat and cook, tossing, until heated through, about 1 minute. Season to taste with Maldon salt and pepper. Garnish with the lemon zest and serve immediately.
FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH SLIVERED ALMONDS
Make and share this Fried Green Beans With Slivered Almonds recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kateriana
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a frying pan, heat up olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add green beans and saute until wrinkly!
- Add almonds and continue saute-ing until the almonds start to brown. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Recipe can easily be doubled or tripled, depending on the number of people to feed!
GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook green beans 5 minutes in 1-inch boiling water, covered. Drain beans and return pan to heat.
- Add oil and butter pat to the pan. Toss beans in oil and melted butter. Season beans with a little salt and transfer to a serving plate.
- Garnish green beans with toasted slivered or sliced almonds.
GREEN BEANS AND ALMONDS
Make and share this Green Beans and Almonds recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Luby Luby Luby
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet.
- Add onion and garlic and saute until golden brown.
- Add green beans and cook slowly until hot.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in almonds.
- Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 65.4, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 4.9
STIR FRIED STRING/GREEN BEANS AND ALMONDS
Make and share this Stir Fried String/Green Beans and Almonds recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Fruit
Time 17m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Parboil beans for 4 minutes and dry them.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat oil to hot.
- Add ginger and almonds, stir fry 1 minute. Add beans, stir fry 1 minute. Add soy sauce, sugar and chicken stock and boil until liquid reduces and thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve at once with chinese noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.6, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 290.4, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 4.3, Protein 10.9
ALMOND GREEN BEANS
This is a tasty and fast side dish. The 10 minute cook time is just a guideline, feel free to cook this until the green beans are to your liking.
Provided by Mommy2ToenJa
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a pot over medium heat, cook the green beans and tomatoes until heated through. Season with Italian seasoning. Stir in the almonds just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 388.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
Tips
- Choose fresh, tender green beans for frying. Avoid beans that are too thick or woody.- Wash the green beans thoroughly and pat them dry before cooking.
- To prevent the green beans from sticking to the pan, make sure the oil is hot before adding them.
- Fry the green beans in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help them cook evenly.
- Cook the green beans until they are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season the green beans with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the fried green beans immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion
- Fried green beans are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.- They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
- Fried green beans can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
- They are also a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
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