Green Beans with Caramelized Shallot Butter
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant Green Beans with Caramelized Shallot Butter, a perfect harmony of earthy green beans and rich, golden shallots. Blanched to tender-crisp perfection, the green beans retain their fresh, bright color and satisfying crunch, while the caramelized shallot butter infuses them with deep, nutty sweetness. A hint of lemon zest adds a refreshing burst of citrus, tying all the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines simple techniques like blanching and caramelizing to create a side dish that feels gourmet yet approachable. Perfect for holiday dinners or weeknight meals, this dish pairs seamlessly with roasted meats, grilled seafood, or hearty vegetarian mains.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 500 milliliters water
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the shallots.
Step 3
Bring 500 milliliters of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and drop in the green beans. Blanch for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the sliced shallots.
Step 5
Cook the shallots, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. Reduce the heat if they begin to brown too quickly.
Step 6
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Season the shallot butter with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper.
Step 7
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet, tossing them gently in the caramelized shallot butter to coat them evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the beans are heated through.
Step 8
Sprinkle the dish with 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon zest for a bright, zesty finish.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish to complement your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1112.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 739.0 |
| Total Fat 63.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 124mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1784.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.6g | |
| Protein 11.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 255.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1278.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories