Haricots verts À l'oignon
The humble green bean is often not treated with the respect it deserves. Yet using it to produce a simple side dish that will accompany a very wide range of meals is so easy. A really quick and simple side dish! Similarly, these vegetable dishes make simple sides to serve as well, Asparagus With Hollandaise Sauce, Best Beet Recipe, and Balsamic Peppers Recipe!
Green beans fresh out of the garden are almost a different vegetable than picked and stored to be eaten later, so if you can, eat them freshly picked.
Cooking green beans takes no time at all and if done well are one of the most delicious vegetables available.
More Tasty Vegetable Side Dishes
- Tangy balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt transform olive oil and sautéed peppers into a great side dish.
- Beautifully cooked Buttered Mushrooms, such as these, are a wonderful accompaniment to many dishes.
- Learn how to cook perfect parsnips in three simple ways.
📖 Recipe
Prep Like a Pro
Before you start cooking, chop, measure, and prep every ingredient, and gather your tools.
This simple habit reduces stress, prevents overcooking, and instantly improves your meals. Mise en Place - "Everything in its place."
Buttery Green Beans
Ingredients
- 500 gram/1 lb green beans
- 30 gram/1 oz butter
- 1 medium size onion
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Trim the beans and cook in boiling well-salted water or steam them for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, finely chop the onion.
- Melt the butter and fry the onion until lightly brown.
- Drain the beans and toss them over heat to dry.
- Pour the butter and onions over the beans.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately
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