Garlic Green Beans

Summary :

Garlic green beans are crisp-tender and sautéed in olive oil with fresh garlic. This easy side dish pairs perfectly with rice, chicken, or grilled dishes, and it's naturally halal, vegan, and gluten-free.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 300g fresh green beans, trimmed

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

1. Blanch the green beans (optional for extra tenderness):
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 2–3 minutes. Drain and transfer to cold water to stop cooking. Drain again.

2. Sauté the garlic:
   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).

3. Cook the green beans:
   Add the green beans to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp and coated in garlic oil.

4. Season and serve:
   Add salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or lemon juice. Serve warm.

Notes

• For extra flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or toasted sesame seeds.

• You can also roast green beans with garlic in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes.

• Works well with frozen green beans too — just thaw and dry them before cooking.