Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
  • 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Pat the 1 lb fresh green beans with a clean towel until they are completely moisture free.
  2. Add 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil to a large pan over medium high heat until the oil shimmers and barely begins to smoke.
  3. Toss in the beans and cook for 3-5 minutes until they develop dark, blistered spots and the sizzle is loud and consistent.
  4. Pour in 1 tbsp water and immediately cover the pan with a tight fitting lid for 2 minutes.
  5. Remove the lid; the beans should be vibrant, neon green and offer a crisp tender resistance when bitten.
  6. Stir in 1 tbsp unsalted butter and move the beans to the edges, creating a clear space in the center.
  7. Add the 4 cloves of thinly sliced garlic into the melting butter until the aroma is sweet and the edges turn pale gold.
  8. Toss everything together with 0.5 tsp kosher salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper, coating every bean in the garlic butter.
  9. Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the top. The smell will be sharp and incredibly fresh.
  10. Plate the beans while they are hot, glossy, and fragrant, making sure to scrape all the toasted garlic bits from the pan.