Description
Southern Green Beans are a delightful side dish that captures the essence of summer barbecues in every bite. Tender, crisp green beans are paired with smoky bacon and aromatic garlic, creating a vibrant and flavorful experience that elevates any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, keeping drippings in the pan.
- Sauté chopped onion in the bacon drippings until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden.
- Stir in green beans, chicken broth, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Mix in crispy bacon pieces and season with black pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting bacon with smoked turkey or adding balsamic vinegar for tanginess. To enhance crunchiness, briefly blanch green beans before sautéing.