Green beans almondine isn’t so much about the ingredient list, as it is about the ratio of ingredients and a few simple cooking tips and methods. It sort of reminds me of a classier, stove-top version of my favorite roasted broccoli recipe. The lemon zest and lemon juice contribute just the right amount of acidity to brighten and balance the dish. The sautéed shallots and garlic add natural sweetness. The toasted almonds contribute texture and a slight touch of bitterness. The butter browns in the pan and becomes nutty and fragrant. My variation includes sautéed shallots, garlic, freshly grated lemon zest, and a touch of lemon juice. Green beans almondine is simply green beans tossed with toasted sliced almonds (which are usually sautéed in butter) and a variety of other ingredients. It happens to be one of my favorites easy main course dinners! You might remember this trout almondine recipe that I shared years and years ago. If there is one thing that I learned while attending a classically French-based culinary school, it is that the French really like their almonds. Almondine (or amandine) is a culinary term for an almond garnish. Green beans almondine is a classic French dish of green beans with almonds. While my version isn’t far off from others out there, but I would argue that as far as flavor balance, it is one of the best! It also happens to be more time-friendly, as we’ll be skipping the ice bath ( read below on why and when you can avoid this step).
#Baked amadine how to#
My hope is that today’s recipe will be one that you will turn to time and time again! The type of recipe that you learn how to master with your eyes closed, tweak and adapt, and make your own. It can even be prepped ahead with a few simple steps. Green beans almondine is an approachable, yet elevated recipe that pairs well with just about everything. On the other hand, you don’t want the flavors to distract from the main attraction. On the one hand, you don’t want a side dish to be too simple (or, worse, boring). It isn’t always easy to come up with vegetable or side dishes to serve alongside it. When you’re hosting a dinner party or contributing to a potluck, it’s generally pretty straight-forward to pick the main course. I wanted to keep it simple and elegant. But most importantly, I wanted to share a dish that you would turn to in the coming weeks.
#Baked amadine full#
Since we’ve been going full force on the sweets lately, I felt it was high time that I shared a delicious savory recipe with you. Aka, a fancier way of saying green beans with almonds. Except I didn’t stop there.
Meet my new favorite side dish! Green beans almondine. An elegant, simple, and delicious side dish that can be prepped ahead and is great for the holidays! A classic French recipe, green beans almondine, is elevated with sautéed shallots, garlic, freshly grated lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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