Fried Garlic Green Beans with Parmesan Crumble
I am heading toward making my vegetable dishes more fancy, and we will start with the green beans, a classic holiday side dish. These Fried Garlic Green Beans with Parmesan Crumble are a step up from the norm. Frozen green beans are pan-fried in garlic and Cajun seasoning and then topped with a salty and crunchy crumble for a stunning side dish!
Equipment
- 1 cast iron skillet
- 1 Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Parmesan Crumble:
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 5 dates pitted and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Fried Garlic Green Beans:
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Tony's Cajun Seasoning
- 2 10.8 oz. Frozen whole green beans
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 heaping tablespoon bacon grease
Instructions
Making the Parmesan Crumble:
- First, preheat the one to 400 degrees F.
- Second, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Third, pour the parmesan cheese, almonds, parsley flakes, and thyme onto the baking sheet and spread it into a thin single layer.
- Bake the parmesan crumble mixture for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, and let it cool.
- Once the crumble is cooled, break it into pieces, add the chopped dates, and set aside.
Making the Fried Garlic Green Beans:
- First, add the avocado oil to a cast iron skillet over high heat.
- Second, add the frozen whole green beans to the hot cast iron skillet and toss to coat it with avocado oil.
- Third, cook the green beans until they have completely thawed and softened slightly.
- Next, add the bacon grease and toss to coat the green beans completely.
- Then, add the garlic powder, Tony's, and black pepper to the green beans as they saute and mix well.
- Continue "frying" the green beans until they develop color, and promptly remove them from heat.
Putting it together:
- First, pour the garlic-fried green beans onto a serving platter or holiday casserole dish.
- Second, top the green beans with the parmesan crumble.
- Finally, serve warm and with your favorite main dishes, and enjoy!
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Notes
What are the Macros for Fried Garlic Green Beans with Parmesan Crumble?
Makes 4 servings (Nutritional information below is for 1 serving = 1 cup)
Calories – 355
Protein – 16.1 grams
Carbs – 17.5 grams (net)
Fat – 23.4 grams