French Green Beans Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Make French Green Beans Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Trim the Beans
Using a sharp knife, trim the ends of the French green beans by cutting off the stem ends. If desired, you can also cut the beans in half for shorter pieces.
2
Blanch the Beans
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the trimmed French green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

3
Sauté the Beans
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
4
Add Green Beans
Drain the blanched green beans and add them to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.
5
Season the Beans
Sprinkle the salt and freshly ground black pepper over the green beans. Continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the beans are heated through.
6
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the beans. Toss again to combine.

7
Garnish (Optional)
If desired, sprinkle slivered almonds over the sautéed French green beans for added crunch and flavor.
8
Serve
Transfer the French green beans to a serving platter and enjoy warm as a side dish.