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Serves 6

1 teaspoon salt, plus 2 teaspoons sea salt
3 cups green beans, ends cut
2 tablespoons paprika
¼ – ½ teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons sea salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons margarine

In a medium sauce pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon salt. Add green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from water and immediately place in an ice water bath.

In a medium bowl, mix the paprika, cayenne chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and sea salt. Toss green beans in mixture. In a large saute pan, add the olive oil and heat to almost smoking. Add green beans and cook until spices begin to blacken, approximately 2 minutes. When done, add the margarine, toss and serve.