Garlic Green Beans Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Green Beans
Wash the fresh green beans under cold running water and trim the ends. You can do this by snapping off the tips or cutting them with a knife.
- 2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife or a garlic press. Set aside for later use.
- 3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers, but does not smoke.
- 4
Sauté the Green Beans
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet. Stir them occasionally and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- 5
Add Garlic and Seasonings
Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- 6
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans. Toss to combine.
- 7
Serve
Transfer the garlic green beans to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish.