Algerian Green Beans with Almonds
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This is a nice change of pace for green beans, with an interesting, complex flavor. I steamed the beans instead of boiling to retain more of the nutrients. Lightly toasting the almonds boosted the nutty flavor.
Ingredients
| 1 | pound |
green beans
fresh |
|
| 4 | cups |
water
salted |
|
| 3 | tablespoons |
peanut oil
|
|
| 1 | clove |
garlic
mashed |
|
| ½ | teaspoon |
cumin
ground |
|
| ¼ | teaspoon |
paprika
|
* |
| ¼ | teaspoon |
cloves
ground |
* |
| 1 | tablespoon |
almonds
slivered |
Directions
Clean and trim green beans.
Simmer in lightly salted water about 8 minutes, or until just tender but still crisp.
Drain, transfer into iced water, and drain well again. Add to a large mixing bowl.
Put remaining ingredients (except almonds) in a saucepan over medium heat and cook for two minutes, stirring constantly.
Add the almonds and stir briefly to coat.
Pour the oil mixture over the green beans and toss gently until beans are thoroughly coated.
Place on a serving plater and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 363g (12.8 oz)Amount per Serving
Calories 13174% of calories from fat
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g
17%
Saturated Fat 2g
9%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 17mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
3g
3%
Dietary Fiber 4g
17%
Sugars g
Protein
5g
Vitamin A 17%
•
Vitamin C 32%
Calcium 6%
•
Iron 8%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet
How is this calculated?
