Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 Fresh green beans (500 g) |
 Salt (to taste) |
 Water (1 liter) |
 Garlic (1 clove, optional) |
 Butter or Olive oil (for cooking, optional) |
 Lemon (for seasoning, optional) |
Utensils
 Pot |
 Slotted spoon |
 Colander |
 Knife |
| Tablespoon |
 Timer |
 Cooking thermometer |
 Kitchen tongs |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 12 to 15 minutes
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Rest time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 10 to 15 minutes
STEP 1: Start by trimming the green beans and washing them thoroughly under cold water to remove any impurities.
STEP 2: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat to prepare to cook the green beans.
STEP 3: Once the water is boiling, immerse the green beans in the boiling water and cook to your preference.
STEP 4: For crunchy beans, count about 12 minutes; for a softer texture, plan for 15 minutes.
STEP 5: Once cooking is done, drain the beans and quickly run them under cold water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color.
STEP 6: Serve the green beans hot or cold, seasoned to your taste with olive oil, vinegar, or spices.
To properly cook fresh green beans, several methods exist, ranging from boiling to steaming. Each offers a different texture. For melting beans, count about 15 minutes, while 12 minutes are sufficient for crunchy beans.
When choosing to cook them in boiling water, do not forget to salt the water to enhance their flavor. In case of steaming, an optimal cooking time should be around 5 to 7 minutes, depending on the quantity and thickness of the beans. Finally, be sure to follow the cooking time to prevent them from becoming too soft.
