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Crispy fried green beans served as a delicious snack or side dish.

Fried Green Beans

A nostalgic dish that combines a delightful crunch with the fresh flavor of green beans, making it a perfect snack or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko works best for extra crunch)
  • as needed Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse your green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
  2. Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; another with beaten eggs; and the last with breadcrumbs.
  3. Start heating the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat; check oil temperature by dropping a breadcrumb into it; if it sizzles, it’s ready.
Coating the Green Beans
  1. Dredge each green bean in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
  2. Ensure they are well-coated but not too thick.
Frying
  1. Once the oil is shimmering, drop the beans in batches, ensuring they’re not overcrowded.
  2. Fry them for about 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown and crispy.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, remove them and let them drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Fried green beans make an excellent appetizer or side dish! Serve alongside lemon aioli or ranch dressing for dipping. For a vegan version, use chickpea flour instead of eggs and find a plant-based breadcrumb. You can also make these in the air fryer for a quicker version. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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