Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine sugar, water, and salt. Add the pecans to the sugar mixture and mix until all the nuts are evenly coated.
Step 3
Place the nuts in the lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until pecans are golden brown and caramelized. Remove from oven and let the nuts cool until they reach room temperature. Chop roughly and set aside.
Step 1
Bring the water and salt to a boil. Add the green beans and cover the pot.
Step 2
Cook beans for 5 to 6 minutes until tender but still firm. In a large bowl, have ready about 2 cups of water with ice and transfer the green beans to the ice bath right after cooking. This will stop them from continuing to cook and give a bright green color to the beans.
Step 3
Heat the butter in a skillet; add the shallot and sauté for about 1 minute, until the shallots are golden brown.
Step 4
Drain the beans and add to the sauté pan. Add salt and pepper, and sauté briefly. Sprinkle the chopped candied pecans and serve.
