Skillet Green Beans
on Jan 17, 2023, Updated Nov 21, 2023
From the garlic to the hint of lemon juice, it’ll be hard to pick just one great thing about this Skillet Green Bean recipe. It’s the ideal side dish for almost anything you can imagine! Steak, chicken, lamb, even fish – the possibilities are endless.
Gone are the days that you eat green beans out of a can, and welcome the days of sautéeing green beans in a delectable butter and oil mixture!
What Can I Add to Green Beans for Flavor?
There are a few spices that will add great flavors to your green beans. Some delicious options include garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- green beans
- olive oil
- unsalted butter
- water
- salt and pepper
- garlic
- lemon juice
How to Cook Green Beans
- Place a large skillet on the stove and heat over medium-high heat.
- Add water, salt, and green beans. Bring to a boil and continue cooking for about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil and butter in the same pan. Once the butter is completely melted, sauté the green beans.
- Move the green beans around to coat them evenly in the oil/butter mixture for about 1 minute. Add in the remaining spices and saute for another 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat, squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the green beans, mix and serve!
Tips and Tricks
- Be sure to cut the ends of your string beans off.
- Boil the green beans briefly before sauteing for the best texture.
How Long to Cook Green Beans
You’ll be happy to know that cooking green beans doesn’t take long at all! Simply boil them for about 4-5 minutes, or until you notice that they turn a brighter green color!
Frequently Asked Questions
Should You Boil Green Beans Before Sauteing?
Yes! This is because blanching them before sauteing them will help the green beans get that extra crispiness and flavor that they are missing.
How to Pre Boil Green Beans
To prepare your green beans, boil them for about 3 minutes and then throw them into an ice-bath. Dry them off by patting them with paper towels and store in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container. Take them out of the fridge and let sit for about 15 minutes before sauteeing.
Can I Cook Green Beans Without Blanching?
Yes, you can always throw beans in a pan and cook them from scratch without blanching first. However, we prefer the texture and color you get from blanching in boiling water.
Can I Use Frozen Beans for This Recipe?
Yes! Plus, there’s no need to blanch them! Simply thaw them out and put them right onto the pan to saute.
Sauteed Green Beans Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans, ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup water
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Place a large skillet on the stove and heat over medium-high heat.
- Add water, salt, and green beans. Bring to a boil and continue cooking for about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil and butter in the same pan. Once the butter is completely melted, sauté the green beans.
- Move the green beans around to coat them evenly in the oil/butter mixture for about 1 minute. Add in the remaining spices and saute for another 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat, squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the green beans, mix and serve!
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
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These look fabulous can they e prepped the morning of