Spicy Chili Garlic Green Bean Bake

Spicy Green Bean Casserole with Chili and Garlic

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Let's pay tribute to Dorcas Reilly's classic green bean casserole, a dish that graces over 20 million homes during Thanksgiving, with Chadwick Boyd's twist! His spiced-up version adds an Indian flair to the timeless dish, using coconut milk, fresh ginger, garlic, and green chili for a tantalizing taste. And don't forget those 1-inch cut green beans reminiscent of South Indian cooking! If you're a turmeric enthusiast, give it a sprinkle for extra zest. Why not try this unconventional variation at your upcoming Friendsgiving?

For another pair of enticing adaptations, browse the Mushroom Puff Pastry Green Bean Casserole recipe and the Old Bay Green Bean Casserole with Crab recipe. While you're at it, don't pass up Chadwick's Pumpkin Chai Slab Pie recipe amidst its bourbon vanilla whipped cream.

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Servings: 6
Cooking Level: Casual Chef
Total Time: 40 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients (10)

1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
3/4 cup coconut milk
16-20 oz thawed and sliced green beans (1-inch pieces)
1 1/3 cups fried onions
2 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 green chili (seeded and minced, serrano or jalapeño)
1 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Directions

Warm up the oven to 350°F. Blend the cream of mushroom soup, coconut milk, black pepper, green beans, 2/3 cup fried onions, garlic, ginger, green chili, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and salt in a large bowl until combined. Spoon into a 9- x 9-inch casserole dish. Let it bake for 25 minutes, or until bubbling and hot.
Combine the remaining fried onions, vegetable oil, and the rest of the cumin in a small bowl, then sprinkle on top of the casserole just 2 minutes before it's done. Ready to serve!

Further InsightsIn case you can't find a specific recipe for Chadwick Boyd's Chili Garlic Green Bean Casserole with an Indian kick, here's a fusion recipe incorporating Indian spices in a classic green bean casserole.

Chili Garlic Green Bean Casserole with Indian Flavors

Ingredients:- 2 lbs fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee- 1 small onion, finely chopped- 3 cloves garlic, minced- 1 teaspoon grated ginger- 1 teaspoon Indian chili powder (or to taste)- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin- Salt, to taste- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (homemade or store-bought)- 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream- 1 cup French-fried onions- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions or raita for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes, until tender yet crisp. Cool in ice water then drain well.
In a large skillet, melt butter or ghee and sauté chopped onions until softened. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until aromatic.
Add chili powder, garam masala, and cumin. Cook for about a minute. Add the blanched green beans and season with salt.
Mix cream of mushroom soup with heavy cream or sour cream in a separate bowl until smooth.
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, arrange half of the green bean mixture. Pour half of the sauce over it. Repeat the layering once.
Sprinkle French-fried onions over the top layer of sauce.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, until onions are golden brown.
Garnish with crispy fried onions or a dollop of raita if desired. Serve hot.

This unique, Indian-influenced spin on the green bean casserole is sure to impress your friends and family this Thanksgiving!

The Chili Garlic Green Bean Casserole with Indian Flavors, inspired by Dorcas Reilly's classic dish, offers an exciting fusion of flavors.
This recipe incorporates Indian spices, such as chili powder, garam masala, and cumin, to create an unconventional yet delectable twist on the green bean casserole.
To enhance the taste further, this recipe uses coconut milk, fresh ginger, garlic, and green chili, similar to Chadwick Boyd's spiced-up version of the green bean casserole.
This Chili Garlic Green Bean Casserole with Indian Flavors is a lovely addition to your Friendsgiving menu, combining the best of both worlds – the comfort of a traditional casserole with the zest of Indian cuisine.