Green bean fries: A crunchy new take on a summer classic

Fries? The first thought is always potatoes. However, we are gradually opening up to fries made from other vegetables and preparing them from sweet potatoes, carrots, or parsley roots. And now, the season begins for another vegetable that can be added to the list. What's more, there's no cutting involved.

As you probably guessed, it's about green beans. The season for them is already in full swing. Both the green and yellow varieties are suitable for making fries.

Green beans are a desired addition to summer salads, soups, and casseroles. It's worth constantly expanding the list of dishes with green beans as the main ingredient. Their season is short, and it's worth trying in different versions. Another essential reason is protein. Legumes contain a lot of folic acid and vitamins. Another benefit? Green beans are low in calories and fibre, which aids in weight loss.

Green bean fries are somewhat of a joke. You don't need to deep-fry them. To make them crunchier, coat them in panko and Asian breadcrumbs. Then, bake them in the oven. Fries are usually served with ketchup. But if we're already breaking the rules, let's break the ones concerning condiments, too. You can prepare a simple tomato salsa to go with green bean fries. It will undoubtedly enhance their delicate taste. Together, they make a great snack, even during a game.

Ingredients:

                      
• 300 grams of green beans (can be a mix of green and yellow)
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• several cloves of garlic
• a teaspoon of olive oil
• panko

Preparation:

1. Wash the green beans and trim the ends. Boil them in salted water for about 15 minutes. Then drain and cool them.
2. Next, dip them in beaten eggs mixed with soy sauce.
3. Then, coat them in panko breadcrumbs.
4. Place the prepared beans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Drizzle the top with olive oil and add the garlic cloves.
6. Bake the green bean fries for about 15 minutes at 200°C (390°F) until they are crispy and golden brown.

Simple tomato salsa

Ingredients:

                              
• 3 tomatoes
• 1 red onion
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• half a chili pepper
• cilantro and chives to taste
• a pinch of sugar
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Wash the tomatoes, remove the seeds, and chop them into small cubes.
2. Peel and finely chop the onion, and add it to the tomatoes.
3. Finely chop the cilantro, chives, and chilli pepper and add to the tomatoes and onion.
4. Crush the garlic cloves into the vegetables, then add lime juice, a pinch of pepper, salt, and sugar.
5. Serve the salsa chilled. It pairs beautifully with the green beans.