How to Cook Green Beans
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 35kcal
Learn how to cook green beans to achieve the perfect texture and color every time. The blanch and shock method is the key to bright and crunchy beans.
Ingredients
- 4 quarts water, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 cups ice cubes
- 1 pound green beans, or haricot verts
Instructions
- Add 3 quarts of water and salt to a large pot. Heat pot over high heat until a rolling boil is reached and large bubbles break the surface.
- In a medium-sized bowl combine 1-quart water and ice. Set the ice bath aside.
- Add beans to the boiling water and cook until the green beans are bright green and crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Immediately transfer beans to the ice bath for 5 minutes. Drain beans and use them as desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 25.6mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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