Ingredients
The following ingredients have 2 Servings
- 250g/ 8oz green beans (, trimmed (Note 1))
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ((or... butter!))
- 2 garlic cloves (, finely minced (~ 2 tsp), do not use jar or garlic crusher (Note 2))
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instruction
- Blanch beans: Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1 teaspoon of salt. Add beans, cook for 4 minutes (they will turn bright green), drain, then rinse under cold tap water to cool. (There's really no need to shock in ice water). Shake off excess water.
- Sauté: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add green beans and garlic. Toss (or stir!) for 2 minutes until the garlic is golden and crispy. Add salt and pepper, then toss.
- Serve: Transfer beans to serving dish. Serve warm!
- Prepare ahead: Blanch beans per step 1, cool and dry, store in fridge until required. When ready to serve, just toss with garlic. It's an instant on-demand side!
