Best 6 Best Green Beans Recipes
Green beans, also known as string beans or snap beans, are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. From classic green bean casserole to flavorful stir-fries, this humble veggie takes center stage in a myriad of culinary creations. Whether you prefer them crispy, tender, or somewhere in between, our collection of green bean recipes has something for every palate.
From the classic Southern-style green beans with bacon to the more adventurous green bean and almondine salad, our recipes showcase the versatility of this amazing vegetable. We've also included a few unexpected dishes like green bean fries and green bean tempura, which are sure to impress your friends and family.
But we didn't stop there. We've also included recipes for green bean casserole, a Thanksgiving staple, and green bean almondine, a French classic. And for those who love Asian flavors, we have a spicy Szechuan green bean recipe that will surely tantalize your taste buds.
With so many delicious options to choose from, you're sure to find a green bean recipe that you'll love. So, grab a bunch of fresh green beans and let's get cooking!
THE BEST GREEN BEANS EVER
Ree Drummond's Best Green Beans Ever recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, starts with bacon grease and gains even more flavor from chicken stock.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Snap the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife if you'd prefer.
- Melt the bacon grease in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for a minute. Then add the green beans and cook until the beans turn bright green, about a minute. Add the chicken broth, chopped red pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid, leaving the lid cracked to allow steam to escape. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the beans are fairly soft, yet still a bit crisp, 20 to 30 minutes. You can add more chicken broth during the cooking process, but don't be afraid to let it all cook away so the onions and peppers can start to caramelize.
THE BEST SOUTHERN GREEN BEANS
These are FANTASTIC! This recipe was revised from an old family favorite! My southern roots come through on this one! Either way the beans end up melting in your mouth and the cooked bacon adds more flavor! REALLY tasty! Good for cookouts or to compliment any meal!
Provided by greyghost
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put green beans in pot- if canned add juices, if frozen add water enough to see but not cover beans- cook on medium heat.
- Fry bacon until cooked but not too crisp- drain on paper towel.
- Cut onion in large (thick) slices and break rings apart in to beans.
- Crumble or rip bacon apart add to beans.
- Add spices to taste.
- Let cook for a few hours on low heat.
- If want to serve sooner- turn heat up and cook until water boils down.
- OR can put in crockpot on low all day long and let simmer.
BEST GREEN BEANS
This recipe uses canned French cut green beans, combined with fresh bacon, mushrooms, and garlic for a tasty side dish.
Provided by HOLLYELIZABETH02
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place bacon into a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally. Add the mushrooms and garlic, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let cook for a few minutes to soften the mushrooms. Stir in the green beans and soy sauce, and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 770.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
"BEST EVER" GREEN BEANS AND NEW POTATOES
This simple, delicious recipe dates back generations in my family...we always get half-runner beans for this recipe and we can find them at our local produce store around Memorial Day (they are shipped in but first taste of the season is still OH SO GOOD!!! You can tweak the recipe according to your tastes by making it sweeter...
Provided by Mary Kay Nugent
Categories Vegetables
Time 2h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Half runners have the very distinct feature of a string that runs down both sides of the bean...i find it easiest to snap off one end of the bean and pull the string down then snap the other end and remove the string on the other side....This will help you remove most of the strings but you will never get them all so don't get frustrated...small price to pay for the end result! So, step one is to snap off the ends and remove the string and break the beans into halves, or thirds...then put them in your kitchen sink and run water over them to wash them off
- 2. Dice up your onion and remove the skin off of a 1-2 lb chunk of jowl bacon...salt pork can also be used but I prefer the jowl bacon...slice the jowl in about 1/4 in. slices...put your bacon grease or lard in a large stock pot on med. hi heat, add your jowl bacon and let it get kinda brown on the edges and fry up a little bit...add diced onion at this point as well...Saute onion for about 5 min.
- 3. Put all of your beans into the stock pot, add water just up to the top of the beans (do not cover completely), add salt & pepper (I use about an 1/8 of a cup each of the salt and pepper for optimum flavor but you can adjust according to your dietary allowances and taste. Cover and bring to a hard boil then turn heat down and just cook with a steady light boil on about medium for approximately an hour.
- 4. While the beans are cooking boil your potatoes. Tiny potatoes are rare at the grocery store though the earliest new potatoes at the farmers market can be just this small. I would pick out the smallest red-skinned potatoes available, of similar size so they cook evenly. Cook them whole,(you can peel them if you want, but it can be tedious with potatoes of a very small size) then cut into halves or quarters when tossing with the butter. In a large sauce pan boil till fork tender....drain and add the stick of butter to the potatoes...when melted and your beans are done dump the potatoes (with butter) over into the bean pot and stir...Adjust seasonings and Enjoy!!
SIMPLY THE BEST GREEN BEANS
We eat these green beans at least once a week and I haven't found anything to top them. The secret ingredient is the spice blend. I originally found this blend at Gordon Food Services in Michigan. (I have to have my mom ship it to me once a year; the 26 oz container of the spice lasts me about that long). I recently tripled the recipe and took them to work for a lunch for 20 people. Personally, I still like them better from the stove top but I would take them again in a crock pot knowing that I need to stir often so the beans on the outer edge do not get over done. (People did actually go back for seconds)
Provided by Foodie Friend
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat 3 Tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Put frozen green beans in the pan and stir to coat the beans with oil.
- Add 1 Tablespoon of Trade East - Canadian Steak Seasoning and continue to saute the beans until warm but still crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.1, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 2
WORLD'S BEST GREEN BEANS
This recipe is from "The Roasted Vegetable" by Andrea Chesman. Roasted vegetables are extra delicious because the sugars in the vegetables caramelize in the oven giving the vegetables sweetness and crunch. These beans are irresistable and may be served as a side dish, snack or hors d'oeuvre
Provided by Lorraine of AZ
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Lightly oil a large shallow roasting or half sheet pan.
- Arrange the green beans in a single uncrowded layer in the pan. Drizzle the oil over the beans and roll until evenly coated.
- Roast for about 15 minutes until the beans are well browned, shaking the pan occasionally for even cooking.
- Transfer the beans to a serving bowl and sprinkle with salt to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 13.7, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 7.4, Protein 4.2
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green in color and have no blemishes. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
- Trim the beans: Remove the ends of the beans, then cut them into 1-2 inch pieces.
- Blanch the beans: Blanching helps to preserve the color and nutrients in the beans. To blanch, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately remove the beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Season the beans: Once the beans are blanched, you can season them to taste. Some popular seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice.
- Cook the beans: There are many different ways to cook green beans, including boiling, steaming, sautéing, and roasting. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose.
Conclusion:
Green beans are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their bright green color and slightly sweet flavor, they are a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more elaborate main course, there is a green bean recipe out there to suit your taste.
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