Breadcrumbs - Add in about ¼ cup of panko breadcrumbs while you're toasting the almonds.įor best results I always recommend using weight measurements (especially when baking) because it's the most accurate.Bacon - Top with cooked crumbled bacon at the end.
Mushrooms - Sauté some sliced cremini mushrooms along with the shallots before you add in the green beans.These green beans almondine can be easily modified in several ways! Remove from the heat and serve the green beans almondine immediately. Then add in the blanched green beans and cook for just 2-3 minutes, until warm.Īdd in the toasted almonds and fresh thyme, then season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Remove the almonds from the pan and set aside.Īdd in the remaining butter, sliced shallots and garlic, and red pepper flakes and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until soft and fragrant. Add in 1 tablespoon of butter and almonds and toast for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. If you’re making this recipe for a holiday meal, you can blanch the beans up to a day in advance! Notes: Do NOT leave the beans in the water as they will get soggy. Remove the beans and immediately immerse in the ice bath for about 20 seconds. Set aside.ĭrop the green beans into the boiling water and blanch for 2 minutes. Fill a large bowl with ice and cover with with water. The first step is to blanch the green beans so that they stay crisp and bright green.īring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Lemon - A squeeze of fresh lemon adds just the right amount of brightness to balance the dish.Red pepper flakes - These are optional, but I love adding just a little bit of heat!.Shallot and garlic - Sautéed shallots and garlic add just the right amount of sweetness.Sliced almonds - I prefer sliced almonds but slivered or roughly chopped almonds work well too.They are slimmer, more tender, and have the best flavor! You can usually find them at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods! Green beans - Any green beans will work in this recipe, but I prefer haricot verts (French green beans).You just need a few simple ingredients for the best green beans almondine. These green beans also pair well with my favorite brown butter garlic mashed potatoes! Jump to: If you don't like green bean casserole, this is the perfect recipe to add to your Thanksgiving spread for a lighter, fresher option! But green beans almondine also pairs great with roasted chicken, sous vide steak, or seared salmon! Basically, it's the ultimate side dish for any occasion! It's super simple and comes together in just 10 minutes! These green beans almondine ( amandine in French) is one of my favorite ways to serve green beans! Crisp garlicky green beans and toasted almonds tossed in nutty brown butter and finished with a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
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