**Frisée with French Beans and Spicy Peanut Dressing: A Delightful Medley of Flavors and Textures**
Indulge in a culinary journey with frisée, French beans, and a tantalizing spicy peanut dressing. This vibrant salad showcases the unique bitterness of frisée, the crispness of French beans, and the nutty sweetness of roasted peanuts, all harmonized by a piquant dressing. Discover how to prepare this delectable dish with two variations: a vegan version and a non-vegan version that includes crispy shallots and bacon. Embark on a flavor adventure as you explore the perfect balance of textures and tastes in this delightful salad.
FRISEE SALAD WITH BEANS, GOAT CHEESE AND WARM BACON DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h17m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Drain and rinse off the beans. In a medium saucepan, combine beans, garlic, fresh thyme sprigs, and 4 cups cold water. Bring to a boil and skim off any foam. Simmer until tender. About 10 minutes before they are done, add the salt (about 1 teaspoon). Drain the beans and allow to cool room temperature. Throw away garlic and thyme.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons or more of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toast until golden. Fry bacon until crisp. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil to bacon pan. Saute the shallots in the olive oil until just colored light golden. Whisk in the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Keep the dressing warm.
- In a big bowl, toss the frisee, beans, bacon, toasted croutons, and tomatoes together. Add the dressings and toss. Plate each salad and sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese over top.
FRENCH DRESSING
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tightly-fitting lid. Shake well to mix just before serving. Keep refrigerated.
FRISEE SALAD WITH SPICED WALNUTS, PEARS, FARMHOUSE CHEDDAR, AND PORT VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 31m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Dressing: Simmer the port in a small saucepan until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Let cool, then whisk in the vinegar, shallot, and salt and pepper, to taste. Gradually whisk in the olive oil.
- Salad: In a large bowl, toss the frisee or mesclun, radicchio, and pear. Divide the salad among 4 plates. Drizzle with the dressing; you probably won't use it all. With a vegetable peeler, shave the cheese over top. Scatter the walnuts on top and serve immediately.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat about 1-inch of oil to 350 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add walnuts and blanch for 30 seconds. Drain and transfer nuts to a medium bowl. While nuts are still hot and slightly wet, add confectioners' sugar and toss to coat nuts. Stir and toss until all the sugar has melted into the nuts; if bits of un-melted sugar remain on the nuts, they will not fry properly.
- Stir the nuts again before frying. Using a large slotted spoon, transfer a few nuts to the hot oil, allowing the foam to subside before adding another spoonful. (Otherwise, the oil could foam over and burn you.) Fry in small batches until the nuts are medium brown, about 45 seconds; be careful not to overcook. Scatter on an unlined baking sheet to cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, stir together cayenne, cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and pepper, to taste.
- While the nuts are still warm, transfer them to a bowl and sprinkle evenly with about half of the spice mix. Toss well to distribute the spices and then taste a nut. Add more spice mix, to taste, and toss well after each addition. When cool, pack in an airtight jar. They will keep at room temperature for at least 2 weeks.
CARROT NOODLES WITH SPICY PEANUT DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots into thin wide ribbons; discard the last thick strip. Transfer the carrot ribbons to a large bowl, fill with ice water and let stand 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the cucumber and shallot in a colander, sprinkle with salt and let drain, 10 minutes. Whisk the peanut butter, soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sesame oil, Sriracha, brown sugar, lemon juice and garlic in a small bowl.
- Drain the carrots, blot dry with paper towels and transfer to a serving bowl. Press the cucumber and shallot in the colander with your hands to remove any excess liquid; pat dry with paper towels and add to the carrots. Add the mint and basil and toss to combine. Drizzle the peanut dressing over the salad and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 329 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 7 grams
FRISéE SALAD WITH POACHED EGG
This is inspired by a classic French country salad. The traditional dish includes thick-cut bacon, but this version is great without the meat. You can serve it as a starter, but I like to make a meal of it.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 4m
Yield Serves six
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the lettuce, herbs, red pepper and croutons in a large bowl.
- Poach the eggs. Fill a lidded frying pan with water, and bring to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon vinegar to the water. One at a time, break the eggs into a teacup, then tip from the teacup into the pan (do this in batches if necessary). Immediately turn off the heat under the pan and cover tightly. Leave for four minutes. Lay a clean dish towel next to the pan, and using a slotted spoon or spatula, carefully remove the poached eggs from the water. Set on the towel to drain.
- Whisk together the vinegars, salt, mustard and garlic. Whisk in the oil. Toss with the salad until thoroughly coated, and distribute among six salad plates. Top each serving with a poached egg. Season the egg with salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with some thyme leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 283, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
FRISéE AUX LARDONS
Here is a bistro salad classic of curly endive with bacon and poached egg that demands a kind of ruthlessness from its cooks. You want curly endive with tender, blanched centers. That means the darker green outer leaves must be removed and not used in the dish. You want to expose the pale inner leaves and keep them looking as natural as possible. Don't chop them. For the lardons, use bacon or, if you don't want its smoky taste, unsmoked pancetta. And when you fry them, take care to brown the lardons lightly so that they are crisp, but with a little give. Don't overcook them, or the egg.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories quick, weekday, salads and dressings
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and dry curly endive, place in a shallow salad bowl and refrigerate.
- In a small skillet, simmer bacon for about 5 minutes in a small amount of water. Drain and dry skillet, then cook bacon over medium heat until lightly browned and crisp, but still a bit springy.
- For the vinaigrette, whisk together mustard, vinegar and garlic. Whisk in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Put a low-sided skillet on the stove and fill two-thirds with salted water. Bring to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a cup and carefully lower into the water. Poach eggs for 3 to 4 minutes, until whites have set and yolks are still soft. With a slotted spoon, remove to a towel-lined plate.
- Lightly salt endive and toss with vinaigrette, coating well. Divide greens among 4 plates, place an egg in center of each, then add 3 croutons. Spoon warm lardons over salads. Shower with freshly ground black pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 390, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 493 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SAUTéED LEMON MAPLE FRISéE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Salad Leafy Green Side Sauté Quick & Easy Lemon Shower Healthy Potluck Maple Syrup Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until it shimmers. Cook bread crumbs until crisp and golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in zest and a pinch of salt.
- Wipe out skillet, then add anchovy paste and remaining 2 Tbsp oil and cook 15 seconds. Increase heat to medium-high and sauté half of frisée until slightly wilted, about 1 minute. Add remaining frisée and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes more. Off heat, stir in juice, syrup, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Serve topped with bread crumbs.
Tips:
- Choose fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your dish. Look for bright, crisp frisée lettuce, tender French beans, and crunchy peanuts.
- Make the dressing in advance: The spicy peanut dressing can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you thinly slice the French beans and peanuts. This will result in a more delicate and flavorful salad.
- Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Toss the salad gently to evenly coat the leaves.
- Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The frisée lettuce will wilt if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This frisée salad with French beans and spicy peanut dressing is a delicious and refreshing side dish or light lunch. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. The spicy peanut dressing is the perfect complement to the bitter frisée and the sweet French beans. This salad is also a great way to use up any leftover peanuts you may have on hand. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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