Green Beans, Flemish Style Recipe

Name: Green Beans, Flemish Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 lb green beans, ends trimmed and strings removed; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup finely minced shallot; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon cornstarch or 1 teaspoon potato starch; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; fresh ground pepper; 1 pinch of freshly ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

salt
1 lb green beans, ends trimmed and strings removed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup finely minced shallot
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon cornstarch or 1 teaspoon potato starch
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
fresh ground pepper
1 pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh parsley

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook, uncovered, until fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
2
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the sugar over the shallots and cook 1 minute longer until the sugar carmelizes. Be careful not to let it burn.
3
Add the water. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes. Dissolve the cornstarch in the vinegar and add it to the shallots. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
4
Add the green beans to the shallots, mix well, and heat through. Adjust the seasoning. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

147

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, 1 lb green beans, ends trimmed and strings removed, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 cup finely minced shallot, and more.

Yes, Green Beans, Flemish Style falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Beans, Flemish Style

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