Charred Green Beans with Spicy Tonnato

Name: Charred Green Beans
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 habanero chile, seeds removed, quartered; 2 oil-packed anchovy fillets; 1 6.7-ounce jar oil-packed tuna, drained; ½ cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon drained capers; ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; Kosher salt; 2 pounds mixed snap beans, such as green, wax, and/or Romano, cleaned, trimmed; Cilantro leaves with tender stems, salted, roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas), and lime wedges (for serving)

By Rick Martinez

August 17, 2017

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Photo by Laura Murray, styling by Judy Mancini

The tonnato (a classic, creamy Italian sauce made with tuna and anchovies that’s usually served with veal) gives these charred beans a strong umami base, while the lime and habanero chiles add brightness and a little heat.

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