GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON-CARDAMOM GLAZE

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I love this bean recipe it looks good and tastes very good! I love beans still quite crisp but if you like them well done it's your call! The touch of cardamom gives a slightly mysterious flavor hint. For a Vegetarian version use vegetable stock

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 2/3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
2 teaspoons lemons, zest of, grated
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon mixed peppercorn, coarsely grated
1/4 teaspoon cardamom, ground
coarse salt
2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 lemon, rind and white pith removed

Steps:

  • Combine the stock,lemon juice, lemon zest& ginger in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and continue boiling until reduced to apprx 1/3 cup (apprx 10 minutes).
  • Stir in the pepper corns, cardamom& salt, set aside.
  • Meanwhile steam the beans until tender crisp apprx 7 minutes or you may place them in boiling water for apprs 5 minutes- Do not over cook they should still be crisp and bright green.
  • Chop the 1/2 lemon quite fine (you have already removed it from the rind and the pith).
  • Heat the glaze (chicken stock et al) so it is piping hot just as the beans are finished cooking.
  • Drain the beans, place on heated serving platter.
  • Pour glaze over the beans& scatter the chopped lemon on top.

SSaju Khan
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This is one of my favorite green bean recipes. The lemon-cardamom glaze is so flavorful and the green beans are always cooked perfectly. I love serving this dish at potlucks and holiday dinners. It's always a hit!


Rudra Neupane
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The green beans were cooked perfectly and the lemon-cardamom glaze was a unique and flavorful twist on the classic green bean casserole. My guests raved about it and asked for the recip


Eric Bradley
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This dish was a hit with my family! The green beans were tender and flavorful, and the lemon-cardamom glaze was a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. I also loved the pop of color that the green beans added to the plate. It's a simple but delicious r


Angelica Sarmiento
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I'm always looking for healthy and flavorful side dishes, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The green beans were cooked perfectly and the lemon-cardamom glaze added a delightful pop of flavor. I especially appreciate that the recipe is relati


IKU Vai
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This recipe is a keeper! The green beans were cooked perfectly and the lemon-cardamom glaze was divine. I loved the combination of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. It's a great side dish that can easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasio


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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a big fan of green beans, but the lemon-cardamom glaze really made them shine. The glaze was tangy, sweet, and savory all at the same time, and it perfectly complemented the


Rosa
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I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to cook green beans, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lemon-cardamom glaze is a unique and flavorful twist on the classic green bean casserole. I also appreciate that the recipe is relative


MRWEBBS ONLiNE
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This recipe is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. The glaze is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, and the cardamom adds a touch of warmth and depth. The green beans were cooked perfectly


Rodney A. Wilmoth Sr.
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Easy to make and packed with flavor, this dish is a winner! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The glaze is addictive and the green beans were cooked perfectly. Even my picky kids loved it. Will definitely make this again and again.


Asanda Ma asie
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Loved the simplicity and freshness of this recipe. The lemon and cardamom glaze is a great way to add a pop of flavor without overpowering the natural taste of the green beans. I used fresh green beans from my garden and they were so tender and flavo


Capricious Dame
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Followed the recipe exactly and the green beans turned out perfectly cooked and flavorful. The glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste, so I added a squeeze of lemon juice to balance it out. Overall, a delicious and easy side dish that I'll definitely


Baidoo Samuel
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This dish is a great way to elevate simple green beans into something special. The glaze is easy to make and adds a lot of flavor. I especially love the hint of cardamom, which gives it a unique and sophisticated twist. I've already shared the recipe


Lobna Soltan
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I was skeptical about the combination of lemon and cardamom, but it turned out to be a delightful surprise! The flavors complemented each other perfectly and created a glaze that was both tangy and savory. The green beans were cooked to perfection an


Rak Mut
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My adventurous flavor-loving family really enjoyed this recipe! I served it as a side with grilled salmon and it was the perfect combination. The glaze was tangy and sweet, and the cardamom added a unique and aromatic flavor. Will definitely make thi