How To Blanch Green Beans
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How To Blanch Green Beans
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Learn how to blanch green beans, to retain the vibrant green color and crisp texture. Perfect for immediate use in dishes or for freezing.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans 500g
- water
- ice
Instructions
- Wash the green beans, then trim off the ends of the beans using a knife or kitchen scissors.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. You'll need enough water to fully submerge the green beans.
- Prepare an ice bath: While the water is heating up, prepare a large bowl filled with ice water. This will be used to immediately cool down the beans after blanching to stop the cooking process.
- Once the water is boiling, carefully add the green beans to the pot. Make sure they are fully submerged. Blanch the beans for about 2-3 minutes. The exact time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the beans. You want them to be bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
- Using a slotted spoon or tongs (or drain in a colander), remove the green beans from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to the ice water bath. This will quickly cool them down and prevent them from cooking further.
- Once the green beans are completely cooled, drain them from the ice water bath. You can pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel if desired.
- Use or store: Blanching prepares the green beans for various recipes. You can use them immediately in salads, stir-fries, or as a side dish. Alternatively, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
35kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
0.3g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.01g
Sodium
7mg
(0%)
Potassium
239mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
782IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
42mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 782IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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