Best 13 Sweet N Sour Beans Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Asia, where sweet and sour flavors dance in perfect harmony. Discover the art of creating delectable Sweet and Sour Beans, a vibrant dish that combines the best of both worlds - the tangy sweetness of a classic sauce and the tender crunch of green beans. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a delightful appetizer, a delectable side dish, or even as a flavorful main course.

Indulge in the classic Sweet and Sour Beans recipe, a timeless favorite that showcases the perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. Explore variations such as the Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Beans, a healthier alternative that delivers the same irresistible taste without the added oil. For a delightful twist, try the Sweet and Sour Green Beans with Pineapple, where juicy pineapple chunks add a tropical flair to the dish. And for those who prefer a bolder experience, the Sweet and Sour Beans with Chili Sauce packs a spicy punch that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Elevate your culinary skills with the Sweet and Sour Beans with Bell Peppers recipe, a colorful medley of flavors and textures. Experiment with the Sweet and Sour Beans with Snow Peas, a delicate and elegant variation that showcases the vibrant green of snow peas. For a unique vegetarian option, explore the Sweet and Sour Tofu recipe, where firm tofu takes center stage, absorbing all the delicious flavors of the sauce. And for a delightful vegan alternative, the Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts recipe offers a healthy and satisfying twist on this classic dish.

No matter your dietary preferences or cooking style, there's a Sweet and Sour Beans recipe waiting to delight your palate. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover a world of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

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SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS WITH BACON



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This green bean concoction is similar to others but not the same! This recipe offers optional 'speed cooking' to quickly get this fresh-tasting side dish to the table.

Provided by dfwenigma

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds green beans, trimmed, or more to taste
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 cup chopped onion
6 slices bacon, or more to taste
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a microwave-safe bowl and add enough water to make a layer in the bottom; heat in microwave until green beans are tender yet firm to the bite, 1 to 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat peanut oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer onion to a bowl and discard any remaining oil.
  • Place the bacon in the wok or skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and cut into bite-size pieces. Reserve 4 to 5 tablespoons bacon drippings in the wok.
  • Mix onion, brown sugar, vinegar, and liquid smoke in the reserved bacon drippings; cook and stir until sauce is bubbling and brown sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Add green beans to sauce and stir to coat; cook until green beans are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer green bean mixture to a microwave-safe casserole dish; season with black pepper. Serve immediately or warm in the microwave, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 339.5 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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A slightly tart green bean side dish flavored with onion and bacon. Goes great with ham or pork.

Provided by DEBOKC

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 27m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained, juices reserved
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until well-browned. Add onion and cook until translucent. Stir in flour and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Pour vinegar and 3/4 cup of the reserved green bean liquid into the pan. Add sugar, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and stir in the green beans. Continue cooking at a low simmer until beans are hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 892.6 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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"GREEN BEANS are the perfect accompaniment to Mother's pork roast. The flavors are compatible and blend well. I've never cooked any other vegetable dish when I make this pork roast dinner."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bacon strips
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
6 to 8 cups green beans, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings. Crumble the bacon and set aside. Saute the onion in drippings until tender. Stir in flour until thoroughly combined. Add water, vinegar and sugar. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Gently stir in beans and heat through. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET-SOUR KIDNEY BEANS



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"You can substitute a variety of beans-such as soybeans, pinto or navy beans-in this versatile dish," suggests Elizabeth Bowen of Harbor Beach, Michigan. "It's a healthy and tasty alternative to sweet-and-sour pork or chicken," she adds. "I like to serve it over brown rice."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced carrot
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, cut into 1-inch cubes
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and ginger. Add enough water to reserved juice to measure 1/2 cup; stir into cornstarch mixture until smooth. Add vinegar and soy sauce; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry the onion, peppers and carrot until crisp-tender. Add garlic; stir-fry 1 minute longer. Add the beans, tomato and reserved pineapple. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. stir soy sauce mixture and add to bean mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 688mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 14g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time P1DT25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can green beans, rinsed and drained
1 can cut yellow wax beans, rinsed and drained
1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1 large red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 (4-ounce) jar pimentos, diced
1/2 cup salad oil
2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 can tomato soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • Place all the beans, green pepper, onion and pimentos in a large mixing bowl. Add the oil and celery. In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and tomato soup. Bring to a boil and pour over the vegetables. Toss the mixture lightly with 2 forks. Do this several times as the mixture cools. Cover the bowl and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. The salad will be better if kept chilled 24 hours before serving. Drain and reserve liquid before serving; it will keep for several days. The reserved liquid can be poured over the leftovers. Add more sugar, if desired.

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup STAR Red Wine Vinegar
3 Tbs. sugar
3 Tbs. STAR Orginale Olive Oil
1 1/2 lbs. green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
salt and pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, bring red wine vinegar and sugar to boil over medium-high heat. Boil until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 10 minutes, watching carefully. Whisk in olive oil. Meanwhile, cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Drain. Pour vinegar mixture into same pot and return to simmer, whisking constantly. Return beans to pot and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer beans to bowl and sprinkle with almonds.;

SWEET AND SOUR LONG BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups long grain rice
3 1/2 cups water or stock
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
4 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 pound ground pork
1 1/2 pounds yard long beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces (regular green beans can be substituted)

Steps:

  • To cook the rice: Place the rice and water in a glass-measuring cup large enough to hold them or any microwave safe bowl. The rice expands a lot during cooking, so choose a container large enough to accommodate the final product. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Microwave on medium-low, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Do not stir the rice at any time during the cooking process. Season with salt and fluff with a fork just before serving.
  • To prepare long beans: In a small non-reactive bowl, combine garlic, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice and brown sugar, stir until completely mixed.
  • In a large skillet or wok pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add pork and cook until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the beans and toss until well coated. Cook 7 to 10 minutes or until beans are almost cooked. Increase heat to high, add the sauce and cook until sauce reduces and thickens, about 5 to 6 minutes. Serve immediately over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Carbohydrate 98 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams

SWEET AND SOUR BAKED BEANS



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Baked Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Beans

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices bacon, crisp and crumbled
2 large onions, cut in rings
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 (15 ounce) cans yellow butter beans, drained
1 (1 lb) can lima beans, drained
1 (2 1/2 lb) can pork and beans, un-drained

Steps:

  • Put onion slices in skillet, add sugar, mustard, salt and vinegar. Cook covered 20 minutes.
  • Add cooked bacon and onion mixture to beans, which have been mixed and poured into a large casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees, 45 minute to 1 hour covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.5, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 1490.6, Carbohydrate 81.1, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 28.1, Protein 17.1

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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Everyday ingredients - bacon, onion, vinegar, and sugar - beget sophisticated results from a one-skillet recipe, submitted here by Suzanne Jenuleson of Medina, Ohio.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. With tongs, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate (reserve skillet with pan drippings).
  • Add onion to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add green beans and 1/4 cup water; cook, tossing occasionally, until beans are bright green and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Crumble bacon into skillet; add vinegar and sugar. Cook until a syrupy sauce forms, 2 minutes, tossing to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g

THE BEST SWEET & SOUR BAKED BEANS



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This is my absolute favorite baked beans recipe - I didn't like them until I tasted this. It is my aunt's - a family favorite! When I can't find limas in a can, I use a frozen package. We also make this vegetarian by omitting the bacon.

Provided by Mary Anne

Categories     Pork

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 onions, chopped
8 slices bacon, fried & crumbled
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup vinegar
2 (16 ounce) cans butter beans
1 (16 ounce) can lima beans
1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 (16 ounce) can pork and beans (use vegetarian baked beans if making vegetarian version of this recipe)

Steps:

  • Fry bacon until crisp. Remove and crumble.
  • Add onions to grease and add sugar, mustard, salt, and vinegar.
  • Cover and cook on stovetop for 20 minutes.
  • Drain all beans except pork and beans.
  • Add beans to cooked mixture and pour into a 3 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350°F for one hour.
  • Remove from oven and top with crumbled bacon.

SWEET N SOUR BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Sweet N Sour Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (14 ounce) can green beans, rinsed and drained (or 3/4 lb. fresh in season- trim and steam to tender crisp)
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced purple onion
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard (we like dijon)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon pepper
celery leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine green beans and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl, toss gently and set aside.
  • Combine vinegar and next 5 ingredients in a small nonaluminum saucepan, place over medium heat, and cook 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Pour over bean mixture, toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and chill 8 hours.
  • Garnish with a celery leaf, if desired.

HOMEMADE SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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I stir up a homemade sauce for this colorful combination of tender meat, crunchy vegetables and tangy pineapple. Serve my sweet-and-sour pork over hot rice, chow mein noodles or both. -Eleanor Dunbar, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, cut into chunks
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup and soy sauce. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Set remaining marinade aside., Drain and discard marinade from pork. In a large skillet, cook pork in oil for 3 minutes. Add the onion, carrots, green pepper, garlic and ginger; saute until pork is tender. Add reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute. Stir in the pineapple. Serve with rice if desired. Freeze option: Cool pork mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SWEET "N" SOUR BEANS (CROCK POT)



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I found this recipe in a Taste of Home magazine. My family really likes it. I usually take them to potlucks, family reunions and church get togethers.

Provided by barefootmommawv

Categories     Beans

Time 3h10m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices bacon, strips diced
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/4 cups cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
1 (16 ounce) can baked beans, undrained
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
  • In the drippings, saute onions until tender.
  • Add brown sugar, vingear, salt, mustard and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
  • In a slow cooker, combine beans and peas. Add onion mixture and bacon; mix well. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 524.2, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 17.7, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and crisp. Avoid beans that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Trim the beans: Before cooking, trim the ends of the beans. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired.
  • Blanch the beans: Blanching the beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to preserve their color and crispness.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: In addition to green beans, you can add other vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, carrots, and onions.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick enough: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the beans and vegetables. If the sauce is too thin, you can add a cornstarch slurry.
  • Serve immediately: Sweet and sour beans are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour beans is a classic Chinese dish that is both delicious and easy to make. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its sweet and tangy sauce, it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook green beans, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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