How to Blanch Green Beans
Step by step how to blanch fresh green beans. This blanching method is used for certain recipes and before you freeze green beans for later use.
Servings: 1
Calories: 141kcal
Equipment
- long handled tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons coarse salt
Instructions
- Add the water and salt to a large stock pot and bring to a boil.
- Wash the green beans under cool, running water. Trim the ends.
- Fill a large bowl with ice water and set beside the stove.
- Add the green beans to the boiling water, stir, and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Using a pair of long handled tongs, remove the beans immediately to the ice water and immerse them in the water.
- Remove from the ice bath and pat dry with clean towels or paper towels.
- Use in your recipe as needed.
- If freezing, transfer to the freezer bags. Freeze and use within 3 months.
Notes
- This method is great for preparing green beans ahead of time for a dish, the ice bath stops the beans from cooking further.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 3130IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 5mg