How do you sauté string beans?

To sauté string beans, heat oil in a pan, add garlic or shallots for flavor, then cook the beans until they are tender-crisp. Stir occasionally to avoid burning, and season as desired.

How long do sautéed string beans take to cook?

Sauteed string beans typically take 5 minutes to cook, depending on the heat level and how tender you want the beans to be. This makes them a quick, flavorful side dish for any meal.

I don't have prosciutto. What can I substitute?

A good substitute for prosciutto is bacon or pancetta. Just cook until crispy and sprinkle over the top of the beans.

Can sautéd string beans be made vegetarian?

Yes. To make vegetarian sauteed string beans, omit the prosciutto. Toasted slivered almonds are a good protein substitute.

Can you add other vegetables to sautéed string beans?

Absolutely! You can add other vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or carrots to the sauté for added texture and flavor. Just make sure to adjust cooking times accordingly.

Can sautéed string beans be made ahead of time?

While sautéed string beans are best fresh, you can prep the beans and seasonings ahead of time. Just sauté them just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Sauteed String Beans with Crispy Prosciutto

Name: Sauteed String Beans recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz fresh string beans; 2 oz sliced prosciutto; 1 small shallot; 1 clove fresh garlic; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp olive oil; cracked black pepper; salt

Ingredients

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8 oz fresh string beans
2 oz sliced prosciutto
1 small shallot
1 clove fresh garlic
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
cracked black pepper
salt

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Instructions

Bring 2 quarts water to boil and blanch beans for 3-4 minutes
Drain and run cold water over beans for 1 minute.
In a large sauté pan, add oil and butter and heat over medium high until butter is melted.
Add garlic clove (whole) to pan
Take thin slices of prosciutto and julienne into thin pieces.
Peel and slice shallot as thin as possible.
When butter has melted, sprinkle shallots and prosciutto into pan and cook until crispy, mixing constantly (about 1 minute). Remove and place on paper towel to soak up grease.
Add green beans to saute pan and cook for approx. 3 -5 minutes depending on desired tenderness.
Remove beans and place on serving plate and sprinkle with crispy toppings.

Notes

Blanch beans in boiling water before sautéing them in the shallot butter mixture. This creates the perfect bite — not too crisp, not too soft.
For optimum flavor, use the freshest beans you can find. Locally grown, farmer's market fresh beans are always best. Mixing bright green beans with yellow wax beans also makes for a striking presentation.

Author: Superman Cooks
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2.1 g
Sodium: 766.3 mg
Fat: 13.5 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 21.7 mg