Spicy Sauteed Green Beans Recipe
This green beans recipe is a spicy version of regular sauteed green beans, with the red pepper flakes and garlic giving it a little taste kick. It's an easy side dish recipe for summer bbq party hamburgers and hotdogs or for quick dinner sides all year.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound fresh green beans washed, with strings and stem ends removed
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
TO BLANCH THE GREEN BEANS
- Add cold water and ice to a large bowl to make an ice water bath. Set aside.
- Place enough water in a large pot (enough to cover the green beans). Add salt. Bring the water to boil.
- Carefully add the green beans to the boiling water. Cook beans for 3-5 minutes, until just tender, but still crisp and bright green.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the green beans and immediately place into the ice water bath. When cooled, strain and set aside.
TO SAUTEE THE GREEN BEANS
- Spread olive oil in pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and pepper flakes to the pan. Sautee just until garlic is translucent.
- Add the drained green beans to the pan and sautee until beans are hot and coated with oil, around 5 minutes. Beans should still have a little crisp and not soggy after cooking.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can add more or less pepper flakes, based on how spicy you like your food.