Ingredients400g green beans (string)
1 tsp salt 1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp finely chopped garlic 1 tsp finely chopped or minced ginger 1 lemon (zest only) freshly ground salt & black pepper |
MethodTrim the ends of the green beans, add them to a saucepan and cover with water.
Toss in the salt and bring to a boil over a high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3 min until just tender. Drain well. Over a low heat, gently fold the butter, olive oil, garlic, ginger and lemon zest into the beans. Season with freshly ground salt & pepper to taste, transfer to a serving dish and serve. |
Variation
Exclude the ginger and/or lemon zest for a less spicy version.