Haricots Vert Recipe
Make Haricots Vert Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Green Beans
Rinse the haricots vert under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the ends of the green beans by cutting off the stem end.
- 2
Blanch the Green Beans
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the haricots vert and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- 3
Shock the Beans
Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Leave them in the ice bath for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 5
Combine and Season
Drain the haricots vert from the ice water and add them to the skillet with the garlic. Stir to combine and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Add lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the sautéed haricots vert to a serving dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.