How to Amandine (garnish)

What You Need to Know

Amandine, sometimes Anglicised as almondine, is a culinary term indicating a garnish of almonds. Dishes of this sort are usually cooked with butter and seasonings, then sprinkled with whole toasted almonds. The term is often spelled almondine in American cookbooks.

Steps

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   Haricots verts amandine (France): Adds textural contrast and rich flavor to delicate green beans

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   Trout amandine (United States): Creates a crisp, nutty crust complementing the fish

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   Tarta de Santiago (Spain): Almond garnish enhances the dessert's marzipan flavors

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