Mock Outback Steakhouse Green Beans
Recreate the savory magic of your favorite steakhouse with this Mock Outback Steakhouse Green Beans recipe, a mouthwatering side dish that combines tender green beans with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a sweet-and-savory soy glaze. Perfectly balanced with rich butter, a hint of garlic, and a touch of brown sugar, these green beans are cooked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table while keeping the prep hassle-free. Serve these irresistible green beans alongside your favorite grilled meats, or let them shine as a stand-alone star at your next family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 0.5 cup onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans, then set them aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
In the same skillet, leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease. If there isn't enough, supplement with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Finely mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the onion and garlic mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and black pepper. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the green beans and stir well to ensure they are evenly coated.
Cover the skillet and let the green beans cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and let the sauce reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the crumbled bacon back into the skillet and toss everything together.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2222 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1360 mg | 29% | |
*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.
