Loubia (Algerian Green Beans with Almonds)

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. 1Clean and trim green beans. Simmer in lightly salted water until just tender, about 30 to 45 minutes. Drain and put in serving dish.
2. 2Put remaining ingredients (except almonds) in a saucepan over medium heat and cook for two minutes, stirring constantly. Add the almonds and stir briefly to coat.
3. 3Pour the oil mixture over the green beans and toss gently until beans are thoroughly coated. Serve warm.