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Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnut Dukkah

Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnut Dukkah: A Nutty Delight

Explore Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnut Dukkah, a vibrant vegetarian side that combines simple ingredients into a remarkable dish in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dukkah
  • 1 cup hazelnuts Adds crunch and nutty flavor; substitute with toasted pecans or almonds if hazelnuts aren't available.
  • 2 tablespoons Everything Bagel Spice Provides savory, garlicky depth; can be replaced with sesame seeds and garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala Imparts warm spice notes; can be swapped with curry powder or omitted for milder flavors.
For the Green Beans
  • 1 pound fresh green beans The main vegetable; snap off the ends before cooking.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter The key fat for browning; can be replaced with vegan butter.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavors; sea salt can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest Adds a citrusy brightness; lemon zest can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread the hazelnuts evenly on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped hazelnuts with Everything Bagel Spice, garam masala, and kosher salt.
  4. Boil a pot of salted water, add green beans, and cook for 4 minutes. Drain and plunge into an ice water bath.
  5. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and nutty.
  6. Add blanched green beans to the skillet, toss to coat, and sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  7. Serve the green beans on a platter, topping with hazelnut dukkah and a sprinkle of orange zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is perfect paired with grilled fish or roasted pork, and can be customized with different spices in the dukkah.

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