Best 3 Pressure Cooker Southern Style Green Beans And Bacon Recipes

Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors with Pressure Cooker Southern Style Green Beans and Bacon, a culinary symphony that harmonizes the tastes of the American South. This cherished dish, prepared with tender green beans, smoky bacon, and a medley of aromatic seasonings, promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. Alongside this classic recipe, discover variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including a vegetarian rendition that swaps bacon for succulent mushrooms. For those seeking a touch of heat, the Spicy Southern Style Green Beans and Bacon recipe infuses a delightful kick with cayenne pepper. Additionally, explore the secrets of preparing Southern Style Green Beans with Ham and Southern Style Green Beans with Butter, two variations that showcase the versatility of this beloved Southern dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE COOKER SOUTHERN-STYLE GREEN BEANS AND BACON

Pressure Cooker Southern-Style Green Beans and Bacon image

The pressure cooker infuses flavor into your veggies.

Provided by Carolyn Meigs

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans

Time 39m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, or to taste
½ cup diced onion, or to taste
1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
1 cup water
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Place bacon in the bottom of a pressure cooker and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 8 minutes. Add onions; saute for 1 minute. Add green beans; toss until coated in bacon grease. Add water.
Close cooker securely and place pressure regulator over vent according to manufacturer's instructions. Heat until steam escapes in a steady flow, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, 5 to 10 minutes. Unlock lid and remove. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 207.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

INSTANT POT® SOUTHERN-STYLE GREEN BEANS FROM A CAN

Instant Pot® Southern-Style Green Beans from a Can image

These keto Southern-style green beans are made with canned beans and daikon and cooked in the Instant Pot®.

Provided by mybwriter

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 ounces thick cut bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup diced yellow onion
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 (15 ounce) cans cut green beans, with liquid
2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ pounds daikon (white radish), peeled and chopped

Steps:

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add bacon and cook until almost crispy, about 8 minutes. Take your time cooking the bacon in order to render out all the fat. Add onions and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Pour in vinegar and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Pour in beans and their liquid; season with salt and pepper. Stir in radishes. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 996.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

FRESH GREEN BEANS - PRESSURE COOKER

Fresh Green Beans - Pressure Cooker image

Fresh green beans are a summer garden favorite. For a Southern cook like myself, they can take hours to simmer to perfection. Voila'...the pressure cooker! Gets them perfect in minutes! This works with beans frozen from your garden, too.

Provided by Shelley Lee

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 cups fresh green beans, cut or snapped into one inch pieces
3 slices smoked bacon, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water

Steps:

Place all ingredients into pressure cooker and stir.
Bring cooker to pressure and reduce heat to the lowest temperature that will still maintain a jiggle
Cook for 3-4 minutes - 5 minutes if you like your beans extra soft.
Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Reduce pressure under cool running water.

Tips:

- Use fresh green beans for the best flavor and texture. - If you don't have bacon grease, you can use vegetable oil or butter. - Be sure to rinse the green beans thoroughly before cooking. - Add a pinch of sugar to the cooking liquid to help balance out the acidity of the tomatoes. - If you like your green beans a little crispy, cook them for a shorter amount of time. - If you like your green beans more tender, cook them for a longer amount of time. - Serve the green beans immediately with your favorite main course.

Conclusion:

Southern-style green beans and bacon are a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. The next time you are looking for a delicious and easy side dish, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!