Boiled Green Beans Recipe

Elevate your canned green beans from bland to amazing with this simple yet sophisticated technique, straight from a renowned restaurant kitchen! This method expertly removes that canned waxiness, leaving you with tender, flavorful green beans that taste homemade. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 107.3 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Boiled Green Beans

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How to Make Boiled Green Beans

  1. Pour two 15-ounce cans of green beans (including their liquid) into a large pot.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring the pot to a rolling boil over high heat.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-high and continue to boil, stirring occasionally, until all the liquid has evaporated and the green beans are tender-crisp (approximately 15-20 minutes).
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy! This technique works equally well with one can or ten—simply adjust the oil accordingly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Boiled Green Beans?

Boiled Green Beans takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Boiled Green Beans?

Boiled Green Beans has approximately 107.3 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Boiled Green Beans?

The key ingredients for Boiled Green Beans are Green Beans, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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