Sauteed Green Beans with Shallots

5 from 2 votes

My Sauteed Green Beans with Shallots are tender-crisp, buttery and full of flavor. Easy 20-minute side perfect for holidays or weeknights.

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Total Time17

Course: 5-Ingredient Recipe, 60 Minutes or Less, One Pot, Sides

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 5-Ingredient Recipes, 60-Minutes or Less, Beans, Green Beans, One Pot Recipe, One-pot, Side Dish, Stovetop Recipe, Vegetables

Servings:

Calories: 149kcal

Author: Eva Filer

Prep your beans by washing and trimming off the ends.
Over medium heat, melt butter in and cook shallot, about 3-5 minutes (cook for about 10 minutes for a caramelized shallots).
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Place the beans into the pan and cook to your desired tenderness, about 6-10 minutes, stirring occasionally for even cooking.

Deepen the Flavor: Let the shallots soften and develop flavor before adding garlic, which cooks faster and can easily burn.
Don’t Overcook: Be sure not to overcook the beans, aim for a bright green color and slight snap.
Use Medium-High Heat at the End: To get a light char and add a bit of texture use medium-high heat the at tend for a couple minutes.
Try an Ice Bath: For extra crispness, blanch the beans in boiling water, then shock in ice water bath before sautéing.
Use a Slotted Spoon: When transferring to a serving platter, use a slotted spoon to keep the butter and bits from pooling.