Griddled Beans with Tahini Dressing (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the griddled beans
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300g flat beans
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Olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the tahini dressing
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1 lemon
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2 tbsp tahini
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½ tbsp honey
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3 garlic cloves, crushed
# Instructions:
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De-string the beans by snapping the ends and peeling away with your fingers, or by running a peeler along the edge of each side. Cut into lengths so that they easily fit into your griddle pan. Place in a bowl, season and lightly coat with olive oil.
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Put your griddle pan on a high heat and allow it to get scorching hot. Carefully place your beans into the pan, but don't overcrowd the pan - cook them in batches if necessary.
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Turn occasionally until they have nice dark scorch marks on both sides.
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To make the dressing, cut the lemon in half and add to the griddle pan and leave until the cut edge has blackened and scorched.
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In a small bowl, combine the tahini, honey and garlic, then slowly add a little water, mixing as you go, until the consistency loosens. Squeeze in the burnt lemon juice and season to taste.
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Toss the beans with the dressing until thoroughly coated and serve straight away. If you like, garnish with preserved lemon or raisins and pine nuts.
# Notes:
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The burnt lemon adds a caramelized, smoky flavor that transforms the simple tahini dressing.