Garlic Butter Green Beans (Print)
Sautéed green beans in garlic butter with a hint of lemon and fresh parsley.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
→ Dairy & Fats
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Aromatics
03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
→ Seasonings
04 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# How to Make:
01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2–3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking. Drain again and set aside.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown.
03 - Add blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through and slightly tender.
04 - Season with salt and black pepper. Drizzle lemon juice and sprinkle chopped parsley on top, if desired.
05 - Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It feels like a little kitchen secret that turns ordinary green beans into something special and comforting
- This recipe sneakily gets everyone to eat their veggies while feeling like they're indulging in something buttery and delicious
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- Blanching the green beans and shocking them in ice water is key to keeping that perfect texture and vibrant color
- I learned that adding lemon at the very end keeps its bright flavor from cooking off, making all the difference
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- Using unsalted butter lets you control saltiness and keeps flavors bright
- The key to that vibrant green color is blanching and immediately cooling the beans