INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 4 cups water, salted
• 3 tablespoons peanut oil
• 1 garlic clove, mashed
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon almonds, slivered

Method:

• Clean and trim green beans. Simmer in lightly salted water until just tender, about 30 to 45 minutes. Drain and put in serving dish.
• Put remaining ingredients (except almonds) in a saucepan over medium heat and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the almonds and stir briefly to coat.
• Pour the oil mixture over the green beans and toss gently until beans are thoroughly coated. Serve warm.