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 |
 Strainer |
 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 for cooking the green beans.
STEP 3: Once the water is boiling, drop the green beans into the boiling water and let them cook according to your preference.
STEP 4: For crunchy beans, cook for about 12 minutes; for a softer texture, allow 15 minutes.
STEP 5: Once cooking is complete, drain the beans and rinse them briefly under cold water to stop the cooking process and maintain 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, various methods exist, ranging from boiling to steaming. Each of them offers a different texture. For soft beans, count about 15 minutes, while 12 minutes is sufficient for crunchy beans.
When choosing to boil them, don’t forget to salt the water to enhance their flavor. If steaming, an optimal cooking time should be around 5 to 7 minutes, depending on the quantity and thickness of the beans. Finally, carefully follow the cooking time to prevent them from becoming too soft.
