Best 12 Sweet Sour Green Beans Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of "Sweet Sour Green Beans," a culinary delight that offers a harmonious blend of tangy, sweet, and umami notes. This popular dish, often associated with Chinese cuisine, boasts a vibrant medley of tender green beans, coated in a luscious sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether served as a vibrant side dish or delectable appetizer, "Sweet Sour Green Beans" promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting this delectable dish, offering step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations to suit every palate and preference.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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A slightly tart green bean side dish flavored with onion and bacon. Goes great with ham or pork.

Provided by DEBOKC

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 27m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained, juices reserved
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until well-browned. Add onion and cook until translucent. Stir in flour and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Pour vinegar and 3/4 cup of the reserved green bean liquid into the pan. Add sugar, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and stir in the green beans. Continue cooking at a low simmer until beans are hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 892.6 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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"GREEN BEANS are the perfect accompaniment to Mother's pork roast. The flavors are compatible and blend well. I've never cooked any other vegetable dish when I make this pork roast dinner."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bacon strips
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
6 to 8 cups green beans, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings. Crumble the bacon and set aside. Saute the onion in drippings until tender. Stir in flour until thoroughly combined. Add water, vinegar and sugar. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Gently stir in beans and heat through. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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Everyday ingredients - bacon, onion, vinegar, and sugar - beget sophisticated results from a one-skillet recipe, submitted here by Suzanne Jenuleson of Medina, Ohio.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. With tongs, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate (reserve skillet with pan drippings).
  • Add onion to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add green beans and 1/4 cup water; cook, tossing occasionally, until beans are bright green and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Crumble bacon into skillet; add vinegar and sugar. Cook until a syrupy sauce forms, 2 minutes, tossing to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS WITH BACON



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This green bean concoction is similar to others but not the same! This recipe offers optional 'speed cooking' to quickly get this fresh-tasting side dish to the table.

Provided by dfwenigma

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds green beans, trimmed, or more to taste
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 cup chopped onion
6 slices bacon, or more to taste
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a microwave-safe bowl and add enough water to make a layer in the bottom; heat in microwave until green beans are tender yet firm to the bite, 1 to 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat peanut oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer onion to a bowl and discard any remaining oil.
  • Place the bacon in the wok or skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and cut into bite-size pieces. Reserve 4 to 5 tablespoons bacon drippings in the wok.
  • Mix onion, brown sugar, vinegar, and liquid smoke in the reserved bacon drippings; cook and stir until sauce is bubbling and brown sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Add green beans to sauce and stir to coat; cook until green beans are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer green bean mixture to a microwave-safe casserole dish; season with black pepper. Serve immediately or warm in the microwave, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 339.5 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS



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Our version of this Chinese take-out staple has all the appeal of the original, with a fraction of the fat and calories.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 bell peppers (any color), seeded and diced large
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and halved
5 scallions, thinly sliced
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over high. Add chicken, bell peppers, and green beans and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add scallions, ginger, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Whisk soy sauce mixture, add to skillet, and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Fluff rice with a fork. To serve, spoon chicken mixture over rice and top with peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 36 g

SWEET-SOUR GREEN BEANS



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This is a recipe my mother served to family and friends-it has a very nice blend of sweet and sour flavors. I often take this dish to picnics and church dinners as it can be served warm or cold...delicious either way. -Claire Moser, Middletown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)
2 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons brown sugar
4 teaspoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings; saute onion in the drippings until tender. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar; heat through. Drain beans and place in a bowl; stir in onion mixture. Top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Anita73

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar
2 (1 lb) cans green beans
sliced almonds
chopped pimiento

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp and remove from pan.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Saute onion in drippings.
  • Add brown sugar, vinegar and green beans.
  • Crumble bacon into mixture.
  • Simmer 20-30 minutes.
  • Garnish with almonds and pimento, if desired.

TEMPURA GREEN BEANS WITH SWEET AND SOUR MUSTARD SAUCE



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Make and share this Tempura Green Beans With Sweet and Sour Mustard Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 hors d'oeuvre

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup Coleman's dry mustard
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar (unseasoned)
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tablespoons yellow miso
to taste salt and pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups cold water
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed of the stem end
4 cups peanut oil (or the amount suitable for your pot or deep frier)

Steps:

  • Combine the dry mustard, vinegar, sugar and egg in the top of a double boiler and mix until smooth using a wooden spoon. Place over the heat and cook for four or five minutes until slightly thickened stirring with a wooden spoon. Chill.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the miso. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In a suitable bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and mint and mix well. Stir in the water and mix until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In a deep frier or deep pot, heat the oil to 350°F.
  • Dip the beans into the batter and coat evenly. Remove from the batter and allow it to drip off slightly. Deep fry until golden brown.
  • Remove the fried beans to a baking pan covered with absorbent towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2167.8, Fat 221.1, SaturatedFat 37.1, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 383.4, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 14.4, Protein 9

SWEET & SOUR BACON GREEN BEANS



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I don't recall where this recipe came from, but I've had it for many years. Great taste. I usually manage to have it half gone before it's time to serve. The beans can be left whole (for effect) or cut - it's your choice. Note that the marinating time is very important, and is included in the cooking time.

Provided by Gwen35

Categories     Beans

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs green beans
5 slices bacon
1 large onion, sliced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Trim beans, steam for 15 minutes, and set aside.
  • Fry bacon till crisp; remove from pan, crumble, and set aside.
  • Cook onion in the bacon fat until limp.
  • Dissolve the sugar into the vinegar and add, with the beans and bacon, to the onions.
  • Place in covered container and let marinate for two hours.
  • Reheat just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 96.8, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 32.2, Protein 4.7

GREEN BEANS WITH SWEET AND SOUR RED ONIONS



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Categories     Onion     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Green Bean     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound slender green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
1 very large (14- to 16-ounce) red onion, peeled, halved lengthwise, sliced lengthwise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Steam beans until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to plate.
  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add next 3 ingredients. sauté until onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar and sugar. Stir until sauce thickens, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add beans; toss to coat and heat through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Mound in shallow bowl.

FRESH GREEN BEANS, SWEET & SOUR



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This wonderful recipe was clipped out of a cooking magazine in the early 80's. MMMmm, fresh green beans, so bright and crisp, flavored with bacon, onion,and cider vinegar. A real taste treat. This is one of my favorite side dishes, and have made it many times.

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb fresh green beans,
5 slice bacon
1 medium onion
2 tsp flour
1/2 c water
1/3 c cider vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Trim ends of green beans, and cook in boiling, salted water until crisp and tender. Drain and plunge into ice water. Drain again and set aside. In a large skillet cook bacon till crisp. Drain on a paper towel. Drain off all but 2 Tablespoons of of bacon drippings.
  • 2. Saute onion till tender, in the bacon drippings. Stir in flour, cook and stir until bubbly. Stir in water, vinegar and sugar, heat to boiling and continue to cook until slightly thickened. Add beans, and heat, tossing occasionally. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and cooked bacon.

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS



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A Jewish Kosher recipe posted for Around the World Recipe Swap. Recipe from my copy of The Art of Jewish Cooking by Jennie Grossinger.

Provided by TOOLBELT DIVA

Categories     Beans

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup boiling water
2 (12 ounce) packages frozen green beans
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
3 cloves
2 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons vinegar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons fat

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the water, beans, salt, pepper, bay leaf and cloves.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 3 minutes less than package directions.
  • Drain and add the sugar, vinegar and butter or fat.
  • Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose crisp, tender green beans. Fresh green beans are best for stir-frying. Avoid beans that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Trim the beans. Remove the ends of the beans and any strings that may be present.
  • Cut the beans into bite-sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Blanch the beans. 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 bright green. Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Marinate the beans. Marinating the beans in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder will help to add flavor to the dish.
  • Stir-fry the beans over high heat. This will help to create a slightly charred flavor.
  • Add the sauce to the beans and cook until heated through. The sauce should be thick and glossy.
  • Serve immediately. Sweet and sour green beans are best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour green beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The beans are crispy and tender, and the sauce is sweet, sour, and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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