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How to Blanch Green Beans So They Stay Bright Green

Ben Goshawk
The restaurant method for green beans that stay bright green: 3 to 4 minutes in salted boiling water until al dente, then straight into iced water to stop the cooking. Reheat for 30 seconds in a hot pan to serve.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling 3 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine British
Servings 4 Portions
Calories 16.5 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g green beans trimmed
  • 500 ml water
  • 0.5 g salt
  • 1 bowl iced water

Instructions
 

  • Trim the beans: line up the tops with your hand or a knife and cut off just the tops. Have a bowl of iced water ready.
  • Bring the water to the boil and add the salt.
  • Add the beans and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until al dente with a slight bit too much crunch in the centre.
  • Scoop the beans straight into the iced water and leave them for 2 to 3 minutes, until completely cold. Drain.
  • To serve, reheat the beans for 30 seconds in a hot pan.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 16.5kcalCarbohydrates: 3.2gProtein: 1.2gFat: 0.2gSodium: 1.5mgPotassium: 161.5mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.6g
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