Green Beans Recipe
Make Green Beans Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Vegetables
Seasoning
Optional Add-Ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Trim Green Beans
Rinse the fresh green beans under cold water. Snap off the ends of each bean and remove any strings if necessary.
- 2
Prepare Optional Add-Ins
If using, mince the garlic and slice the almonds. Set aside for later.
Cooking
- 3
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
- 4
Blanch Green Beans
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender.
- 5
Drain and Shock
Drain the green beans in a colander and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let cool for 2 minutes.
- 6
Sauté Green Beans
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the blanched green beans and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
- 8
Finish and Serve
Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine and serve warm.
