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    Home » Vegetable Recipes » Spicy Green Beans

    Spicy Green Beans

    Last updated: Oct 30, 2021 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies · Terms of Use · Privacy Policy · Accessibility

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    A fun variation on just sauteing them, these spicy green beans are bursting with flavor - and it's so easy to make them!

    Ready in just 20 minutes, this simple recipe requires only 7 ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner.

    Spicy green beans served on a black plate.

    I make green bean recipes quite often. We all like them (even the picky eater!), so I try to vary the recipes I make. This recipe for spicy green beans is a lovely variation on the basic sauteed green beans.

    Although I must admit that with all these tasty variations, my favorite way to make them is still the simplest - boiled green beans.

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    • Variations and substitutions
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    • Storing leftovers
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    Ingredients

    You'll only need a few ingredients to make spicy green beans. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    Fresh green beans: This is not a good recipe to make with frozen green beans. And you DEFINITELY don't want to use canned beans in this recipe. Fresh is the way to go!

    Avocado oil: I love using this versatile oil. It has a neutral flavor and a high smoke point. Another tasty option is to use butter or ghee.

    Kosher salt and black pepper: If you opt for using fine salt, you should reduce the amount you use. Otherwise, the dish could end up being too salty.

    Hot pepper sauce: Use as much or as little as you like. This is the ingredient that gives this dish its spiciness.

    Minced garlic: Mince it yourself or use the stuff that comes in a jar. Both work.

    Honey: I use just a little to balance out the other flavors. It's not strictly needed, but I think it adds a nice flavor.

    instructions

    Making spicy green beans is easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:

    1. Cook the green beans in avocado oil with some salt and pepper until they start to soften.

    2. Now stir in the hot sauce, the garlic, and the honey. Cook, stirring, until the beans are tender-crisp and coated in the sauce.

    A photo collage showing the steps for making spicy green beans.

    Expert tip

    When cooking hot peppers, and this includes hot pepper sauce, you'll create fumes that can be quite irritating, depending on how sensitive you are. So keep your kitchen well-ventilated and your kitchen hood fan running. However, if you're sensitive to chili vapors, perhaps this recipe is not the best option for you.

    Frequently asked questions

    Should I cut the beans in half?

    This is completely up to you. I like to leave them whole, simply trimming the ends. The diners can then use a fork and a knife to cut them.

    But if you'd like to cut them in half before cooking, making them bite-size so that they can be eaten with just a fork, that's certainly an option.

    Are these beans very spicy?

    Prepared according to the recipe below, these green beans are quite spicy, but not overwhelmingly so. You can adjust the heat level to your liking by increasing or decreasing the hot pepper sauce.

    This would also depend on the type of sauce you use. A hot sauce where the first ingredient is pepper, not vinegar, usually packs more heat.

    Can you bake the beans instead of sauteing them?

    Yes, although sauteing is a better method in this particular recipe. You can mix them in a bowl with the remaining ingredients, spread them on a baking sheet, and roast them in a 425°F oven for 15 minutes.

    Variations and substitutions

    I love this recipe as is and almost always make it as written. But in case you'd like to vary the basic recipe, here are a few ideas for you:

    • Use butter or ghee instead of avocado oil.
    • You can use garlic powder instead of fresh minced garlic. Try using ½ teaspoon.
    • It's fine to omit the honey, although it does nicely balance out the other flavors in this recipe.

    Serving suggestions

    These green beans are very versatile! I think they are the perfect side dish to any meat or fish. However, they do go particularly well with these spicy meatballs. I also like to sometimes serve them alongside a couple of fried eggs for a light, meatless dinner.

    Storing leftovers

    Leftovers keep quite well in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Gently reheat them in the microwave on 50% power.

    I admit to sometimes snacking on them cold, straight from the fridge! They're surprisingly delicious this way. Kind of like spicy antipasti.

    Spicy green beans served on a black plate with a red napkin.

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    Spicy Green Beans
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    Spicy Green Beans with Hot Sauce and Garlic

    A fun variation on just sauteing them, these spicy green beans are bursting with flavor - and it's so easy to make them!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 119kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw

    INGREDIENTS

    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • 1 lb. fresh green beans ends trimmed
    • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
    • ½ tablespoon hot pepper sauce (1 tablespoon if you like your food spicy)
    • 1 tablespoon honey

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the green beans, salt and pepper.
    • Cook the green beans, stirring often, until they just begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
    • Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the hot sauce, the garlic and the honey. Cook, stirring, until the beans are tender-crisp and coated in the sauce, 1-2 more minutes. Serve immediately.

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    NOTES

    When cooking hot peppers, and this includes hot pepper sauce, you'll create fumes that can be quite irritating, depending on how sensitive you are. So keep your kitchen well-ventilated and your kitchen hood fan running. However, if you're sensitive to chili vapors, perhaps this recipe is not the best option for you.

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    NUTRITION PER SERVING

    Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 100mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g
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    Vered Deleeuw Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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