How To Make The Best Frozen Green Beans
The easiest and most delicious way to make frozen green beans taste as good as fresh! This stovetop recipe is fast to prepare for a last minute vegetable side dish that pairs well with just about anything you have planned for dinner.
Ingredients
- frozen green beans (any kind in any amount)
- water
- olive oil
- butter
- seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Place the frozen green beans into a non-stick pan that contains a lid. Pour in just enough water to partially submerge them. Place the lid on and bring to a boil. Cook for about 5-8 minutes or until the green beans are tender but not too soft.
- Thoroughly drain the hot water and then add oil and butter to the pan. I use about a tablespoon of each for a standard 12oz bag of green beans. You want them to be fully covered but not too greasy.
- Season to your liking with salt, pepper, garlic powder, creole seasoning, or anything else you'd like.
- Sauté over medium high-heat, stirring regularly, for 5+ minutes or until they are done to your liking.
Notes
- The reason I use both oil and butter for this recipe is because the oil prevents the green beans from sticking to the pan and the butter adds amazing flavor.
- My family is obsessed with Tony Chachere's Creole seasoning. It's great on everything! It's a yummy replacement for salt that's not too spicy, even for kids.
- If you don't own a skillet with a lid, no problem! You can boil them the same way without a lid, they just take a bit longer to cook and you'll want to toss them a bit since you won't have the steam effect. Use a strainer to remove the water once finished.
- If you like this quick and easy vegetable side dish, try this Cheesy Cauliflower Rice. It's also a kid friendly side dish made from frozen veggies, resulting in a fast and healthy meal for your family.