Fresh Green Bean Recipe with Bacon and Shallots is a quick and easy side dish made with tender-crisp beans coated in a sweet, buttery, balsamic sauce and served topped with crunchy onions, crispy bacon, and shallots.
8slicesbaconbaked at 400F for 10 minutes, cooled & cut into pieces
fried onion100% optional for garnish, got it from Trader Joe's
Instructions
Bring a pot with salted water to a boil, add beans and bring it to a boil, cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Drain the water and add beans into a ice cold water to stop the cooking process.
Slice shallots into thin rings. Into the skillet add olive oil about 1 inch in depth. Add shallot rings and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until shallots are golden color. Transfer onto a plate lined with paper towel using slotted spoon.
Using a large skillet, add sugar and balsamic vinegar and cook over medium/high heat for 5 minutes or until reduce in half, stirring slowly. Add butter, Stir.
Add green beans, and saute until heated thru about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve on a tray or a big bowl. Garnish with bacon, shallots and onion pieces. Enjoy while warm.
Notes
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