One of the tastiest and easiest ways to prepare frozen green beans. No need to thaw the beans, just brush off ice crystals and add to hot pan. The beans will release liquid very quickly to coat the pan. Make it with or without the sweet peppers.
Prep Time2 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time12 minutesmins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: frozen beans, frozen vegetables, green beans, pan fried
Servings: 4
Calories: 64kcal
Author: Getty Stewart
Ingredients
2cupsfrozen green beans
1Tbspolive oil bacon grease or butter
3cloves garlic, sliced
1cupsweet peppers (combination of colors) julienned
Remove and discard any large ice crystals or chunks from frozen green beans. Heat a large fry pan over medium high heat. When hot, pour frozen green beans (do not thaw) into pan.
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until beans are heated and moisture has been released and cooked off. Only stir occasionally to avoid squished beans.
Stir in one tablespoon of oil or butter and minced garlic and sweet peppers. Sauté for another 3 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Remove from heat and season with hot pepper flakes, salt, pepper and lemon juice and zest if using.