Brown Sugar Glazed Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Brown Sugar Glazed Green Beans—a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and just a hint of spice. Fresh green beans are gently steamed to retain their crisp-tender texture, then tossed in a luscious glaze made with melted butter, rich brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic for a burst of flavor in every bite. This easy yet elegant recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Optional red pepper flakes add a subtle kick for those who love a hint of heat. Serve these caramelized green beans alongside roasted meats, holiday feasts, or any comforting main dish for a crowd-pleasing side that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Your guests will be coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon optional red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends, if needed.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the green beans and salt to the skillet, cover, and steam the beans for 4-5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
Drain the water from the skillet and set the green beans aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic to the melted butter, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture forms a smooth glaze (about 2 minutes).
Return the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the glaze to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the black pepper and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, stirring well to combine.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly and coat the green beans.
Remove the green beans from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1922 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
