Blackened Green Beans

By exdircomp

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt, plus 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 3 cups green beans, ends cut
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium sauce pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon salt. Add green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from water and immediately place in an ice water bath.

In a medium bowl, mix all dry ingredients, including the 2 teaspoons sea salt, thoroughly. Toss green beans in mixture. In a large saute pan, add oil and heat to almost smoking. Add green beans and cook until spices begin to blacken, approximately 2 minutes. When done, add butter, toss, place on plate, and garnish with Parmesan.