3-Ingredient Lemony Green Beans with Frizzled Leeks

Ingredients for 3-Ingredient Lemony Green Beans with Frizzled Leeks

• 1.1kg green beans, preferably haricot verts, trimmed

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more

• 3 lemons

• 2 large leeks, white and light-green parts only

• 350ml olive oil

• 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Cook green beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 5–7 minutes. Drain, then immediately transfer to a large bowl filled with ice water. Drain again and pat dry.

Meanwhile, zest lemons to yield 1 tablespoon zest. Juice lemons to yield 60ml juice, then slice any remaining lemons into wedges. Cut leeks crosswise into 4" sections, then thinly slice lengthwise into matchsticks.

Heat oil in a large deep-sided skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Cook half of leeks, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels; season with salt. Repeat with remaining leeks; reserve oil in skillet.

Cook green beans, pepper, lemon zest, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in reserved oil over medium heat, tossing occasionally, just until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon juice and toss to coat, then transfer to a platter. Drizzle about 120ml oil from pan over; reserve remaining oil for another use. Top with leeks and serve with lemon wedges alongside.

Green beans can be blanched 1 day ahead; let dry, then transfer to an airtight container and chill.

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