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Crispy Brown Butter Garlic Green Beans Recipe with Toasted Almonds

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A quick and easy side dish featuring crisp green beans sautéed in nutty brown butter and garlic, topped with toasted almonds for a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or minced
  • 1/4 cup (about 30 grams) toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Trim the ends off about 1 pound (450 grams) of fresh green beans. Rinse and pat dry thoroughly.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds, stirring frequently for about 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans in a single layer. Let them cook, undisturbed, for 3 minutes to get a good sear, then stir occasionally for another 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly blistered.
  4. Push green beans to the side of the pan. Add 4 tablespoons unsalted butter to the empty space. Swirl the pan gently as the butter melts and begins to foam. Keep cooking and swirling until the butter turns a golden brown color and smells nutty — about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add 3–4 sliced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant but not burnt, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  6. Mix the green beans into the brown butter garlic sauce. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to coat evenly.
  7. Remove from heat. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans and gently toss once more. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

Dry green beans thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear. Watch the butter carefully to prevent burning. Toast almonds separately for consistent crunch. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: green beans, brown butter, garlic, toasted almonds, crispy green beans, easy side dish, quick recipe, healthy side

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