Best 2 Green Beans And Pearl Onions Recipes

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Green beans and pearl onions are two vegetables that pair beautifully together in a variety of dishes. They are both slightly sweet and have a delicate texture that makes them perfect for salads, stir-fries, and casseroles. Green beans are also a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, while pearl onions are a good source of sulfur compounds, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. If you're looking for a delicious and healthy side dish or main course, green beans and pearl onions are a great option. Here are a few of our favorite recipes for cooking these two vegetables together.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS AND PEARL ONIONS



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Make and share this Green Beans and Pearl Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 ounces white pearl onions, peeled
3/4 lb green beans (fresh, frozen or canned)
1/2 tablespoon summer savory
1 fluid ounce olive oil
crumbled cooked bacon (optional) or diced ham (optional)

Steps:

  • If you are using fresh green beans, boil them 5 to 8 minutes or until they are tender.
  • Sauté the pearl onions in the olive oil until they are translucent.
  • Add the green beans (with ends removed) and summer savory and cook over low heat until heated through.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper, add some unsalted butter if desired and serve hot.
  • Make it even yummier and heartier by throwing in some crumbled bacon or small diced ham.
  • For a Vegan/Vegetarian version omit the optional bacon and ham or use Vegetarian bacon or Vegetarian ham.

GREEN BEANS W/ ROASTED FENNEL AND PEARL ONIONS



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I LOVE this! The fennel bulb adds a delicate flavor. Adding the seeds further adds to the flavor of the fennel. I have used both fresh & frozen pearl onions, Using frozen pearl onions works out great without all the fuss of removing the skins off fresh onions. You can roast the onion & fennel bulb and make the buttery paste a head of time. Then combine with the hot green beans. Veggie amounts are flexible. This is amazing and a great side to serve with chicken, pork of beef. Source of Recipe: Inspired by Emeril & tweaked by Moi.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large fennel bulb, remove and discard stalks, trim bulb, remove core, and slice into medium strips
2 cups white pearl onions, trim ends, peel and left whole, can use frozen
12 -16 ounces French haricots vert, fresh, can sub. green beans, clean and trimmed
1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons butter, softened at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated
1/2-1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed, amount to your preference, I use less than 1 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°.
  • In a large bowl or plastic zipper bag combine onions, fennel slices, EVOO, salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Spread evenly in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet sprayed w/ oil. Sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Roast fennel and onions until softened and lightly brown, about 30-40 minutes. This can be done ahead of time.
  • Crush fennel seeds to release the oil, I use a mortar & pestle.
  • COMBINE: to make a buttery paste and set aside; 1-2 T EVOO, 2 T butter, 1/2 t sea salt, lemon zest, pepper, fennel seeds. This can be made ahead of time.
  • In the mean time, steam green beans until crispy tender or desired tenderness.
  • In a serving bowl, combine roasted fennel and onions, green beans, add the buttery paste mixture to coat.
  • Serve hot / immediately.
  • Serve 4-6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 528.9, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green in color and have no blemishes. Avoid beans that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans before cooking: Remove the ends of the beans and any strings that may be present.
  • Blanch the green beans before cooking: Blanching helps to preserve the beans' color and crispness. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately remove the beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use small pearl onions: Pearl onions are the perfect size for this recipe. If you can't find pearl onions, you can use regular onions, but be sure to cut them into small pieces.
  • Cook the onions until they are caramelized: Caramelized onions add a delicious sweetness and depth of flavor to this dish. To caramelize the onions, cook them over low heat in a little bit of butter or olive oil until they are soft and golden brown.
  • Use a flavorful stock: The stock you use to make the sauce will add a lot of flavor to the dish. Be sure to use a stock that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Season the dish to taste: Once the dish is cooked, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

This green beans and pearl onions recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The beans are tender-crisp, the onions are caramelized and sweet, and the sauce is flavorful and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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