German Green Beans
Transform your side dish game with this classic recipe for German Green Beans—an irresistible blend of hearty, savory flavors. Tender-crisp green beans are elevated with crispy, smoky bacon and a rich, tangy sauce made with sautéed onions, a touch of white vinegar, and just the right balance of sugar and spices. This dish combines the comforting elements of traditional German cooking with a quick and simple preparation, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Packed with bold flavors and easy-to-find ingredients, these German Green Beans are the ultimate side dish to pair with everything from roasted meats to schnitzels. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe brings a taste of Germany to your table in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 150 grams bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 120 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans. Cut them into approximately 2-3 inch pieces.
In a pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it is crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
In the same skillet, add the butter and diced onion. Sauté the onion over medium heat until it turns soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and stir well to combine with the onions and fat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste, stirring constantly.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking continuously to create a smooth sauce. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
Stir in the vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Add the cooked green beans to the skillet and toss them gently in the sauce to coat them evenly.
Crumble the cooked bacon and sprinkle it over the green beans. Give everything a final toss and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish to complement your favorite German-inspired dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.1 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 4317 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 62.9 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.
