Green Beans With Garlic Butter and Almonds |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Steamed broccoli or cauliflower may be used in place of the green beans, the chili flakes may be omitted if desired I like to add them in or you may adjust to heat level. - this is very good! Ingredients:
1 -1 1/2 lb fresh green beans |
1/3 cup butter |
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic |
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 tablespoon brown sugar |
3 tablespoons soy sauce |
2 teaspoons white vinegar |
1/4-1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds |
Directions:
1. Steam or boil the green beans until tender but still crisp; plunge into ice water or very cold water then drain well.
2. Place the beans onto a clean tea towel then pat dry using paper towels.
3. Place the beans into a heat proof bowl.
4. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add in fresh garlic and chili flakes and stir 2 minutes (do not allow the butter to brown).
5. Mix in the brown sugar, soy sauce and white vinegar; bring to a boil mixing constantly.
6. Remove from heat then pour over the beans toss to coat.
7. Mix in the almonds.
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