Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnut Dukkah Recipe
Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnut Dukkah is a flavorful side dish featuring crisp-tender green beans sautéed in rich browned butter and topped with a fragrant, crunchy hazelnut dukkah spice blend accented by bright orange zest. This elegant and easy-to-make recipe combines nutty, spicy, and citrus notes for a unique vegetable dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Hazelnut Dukkah
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts
- 2 Tbsp. Everything Bagel spice
- 1/2 tsp. garam masala
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Green Beans
- 1 1/2 lbs. fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 to 2 tsp. orange zest
Instructions
- Toast and prepare hazelnuts: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and roast them for 8 to 10 minutes until they become fragrant. Let them cool slightly, then rub the skins off using a towel. Finely chop the peeled hazelnuts on a cutting board.
- Make the dukkah spice blend: Place the chopped hazelnuts in a bowl. Add the Everything Bagel spice, garam masala, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt to the nuts. Mix well to combine the flavors.
- Cook the green beans: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the trimmed green beans. Cook them until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and dry thoroughly with a towel.
- Brown the butter and sauté beans: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter. Continue cooking the butter until it turns a dark amber color and releases a nutty aroma, indicating it has browned properly. Add the prepared green beans to the skillet and sauté them for 4 to 5 minutes until heated through. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Serve: Transfer the sautéed green beans to a serving platter. Sprinkle the hazelnut dukkah mixture evenly over the beans and garnish with 1 to 2 teaspoons of fresh orange zest for a bright finish.
Notes
- Be careful not to burn the butter while browning; watch for the color change and nutty smell.
- You can substitute hazelnuts with almonds or pistachios if preferred, but the flavor will differ slightly.
- Make sure to dry the green beans thoroughly before sautéing to get the best texture.
- Everything Bagel spice typically contains sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt – adjust seasoning if using a different spice blend.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a holiday vegetable platter.
Keywords: brown butter green beans, hazelnut dukkah, green beans side dish, nutty green beans, orange zest, roasted hazelnuts, sautéed vegetables
