Best 3 Sautéed String Beans Recipes

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**Sautéed String Beans: A Colorful and Flavorful Side Dish**

Sautéed string beans, also known as green beans or haricots verts, are a classic side dish that is both simple to prepare and packed with flavor. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a standalone side or paired with a variety of main courses. Whether you prefer your string beans tender-crisp or slightly caramelized, there is a sautéed string bean recipe to suit your taste. This article offers a collection of recipes that range from classic to creative, ensuring that you'll find the perfect sautéed string bean dish to complement your next meal. From a basic garlic and butter sauté to more adventurous variations featuring bacon, almonds, or a tangy sauce, these recipes provide a diverse selection of flavors and textures to satisfy any palate. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to experience the deliciousness of sautéed string beans.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED STRING BEANS



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Tired of regular or canned string beans? Here's an easy way to flavor up those veggies! Even my string bean hating roommate loves these!

Provided by LISFALLS

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
garlic salt to taste
garlic powder to taste
ground black pepper to taste
dried minced onion
1 (16 ounce) jar marinated cocktail onions, with liquid

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and place beans in the wok. Cover, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with garlic salt, garlic powder, pepper, and minced onion. When beans are almost tender, mix in cocktail onions with liquid. Continue cooking 5 minutes, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 510.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHINESE DRY-SAUTEED STRING BEANS



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An authentic Chinese dish, that happens to be one of my very favorites. I searched a long time for one that tasted restaurant quality and was easy to make! You can subsitute long beans cut into 3 inch segments for the green beans to make it even more authentic.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb green beans, fresh and dry
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 scallions, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili paste with garlic
1/2 teaspoon chili paste, siracha
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
pepper
2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

Steps:

  • AHeat 1 T of oil in a wok over medium heat. It is very important to use a wok and to heat the oil first or this wont cook right. Add the green beans (careful, it will sputter!) and stir fry until they pucker and begin to brow (about 6-8 minutes).
  • Drain the green beans in a colander.
  • Heat the other 1 T of oil and add ginger, garlic and scallions,stir fry for a minute. Add chili sauce and siracha and stir fry for a minute. Add beans, soy sauce, sugar, salt and pepper and mix to combine.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.9, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 540.6, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 6, Protein 3.9

SAUTEED STRING BEANS WITH ALMONDS (WEIGHT WATCHERS)



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This recipe was published on the WW site last year. I made it for Thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved it. According to WW, a 3/4 cup serving is 1 point. Prep time includes snapping the fresh green beans. If you're faster than me or you're using frozen green beans, it won't take as long. For variety, you can substitute pine nuts for the almonds. Toast the pine nuts the same as the almonds.

Provided by JackieT78

Categories     Vegetable

Time 42m

Yield 3/4 cup servings, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup slivered almonds or 1/2 cup pine nuts
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
8 cups fresh green beans, snapped and trimmed or 8 cups frozen green beans, thawed
1/2 cup canned chicken broth or 1/2 cup canned vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Place almonds (or pine nuts) in a large, dry skillet and place over medium heat. Cook until nuts are golden brown, shaking pan frequently, about 2 to 4 minutes. Remove nuts from pan and set aside.
  • Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add string beans and saute 1 minute.
  • Add broth to pan; cover and steam until beans are crisp-tender, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add salt and pepper; stir to coat.
  • Remove from heat; stir in toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.8, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 250.5, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Choose tender string beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them.
  • Trim the beans: Remove the tough ends of the beans before cooking.
  • Blanch the beans (optional): Blanching the beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to preserve their color and nutrients.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will help to ensure that the beans cook evenly.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat: This will help to prevent the beans from sticking to the pan.
  • Add the beans and cook, stirring frequently: Cook the beans until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Season the beans to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Sautéed string beans are best served hot.

Conclusion:

Sautéed string beans are a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you choose to blanch the beans before cooking, or simply sauté them in a pan with some oil and seasonings, you are sure to enjoy this tasty and healthy dish.

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