Candied Green Beans
Transform your fresh green beans into a show-stopping side dish with this recipe for Candied Green Beans! Blanched to maintain their crisp-tender texture and vibrant color, these green beans are then coated in a rich, glossy glaze made from butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic. A pinch of black pepper and optional red pepper flakes add just the right amount of savory spice to balance the sweetness. Perfect as a holiday side or an easy weeknight treat, these candied green beans bring a sweet-and-savory twist to the table that's sure to impress. Ready in just 30 minutes, this irresistible dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty grain bowls, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or using a knife, ensuring they're fresh and crisp.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green. Drain and transfer immediately to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, water, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Allow the mixture to simmer gently until the sugar dissolves and the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss them in the sauce until fully coated, making sure they are evenly glazed.
Cook the green beans in the sauce for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp, and the sauce has thickened to a glossy glaze.
Remove from heat and transfer the candied green beans to a serving dish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 460 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 303 mg | 6% | |
*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.
