Garlicky Green Beans with Crispy Onions

Ingredients

  • Canola oil, for frying
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb green beans, tipped
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Step 1:

    In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat 2 inches of canola oil.

  • Step 2:

    In a large mixing bowl, separate onions into rings and toss with flour and salt.

  • Step 3:

    When oil is hot, add a handful of onions and fry until golden brown.

  • Step 4:

    Transfer to paper towel-lined plate and repeat with additional batches.

  • Step 5:

    In another large skillet, melt butter with garlic over medium heat.

  • Step 6:

    Add green beans and chicken broth, season with pepper to taste.

  • Step 7:

    Stir and cover with lid. Cook until desired tenderness, about 5 – 7 minutes.

  • Step 8:

    Sprinkle cheese all over and cover with lid until melted.

  • Step 9:

    Top with crispy onions and serve immediately.