Are you tired of bland, mushy vegetables that take forever to cook? Get ready to revolutionize your side dish game with these Country Style Pressure Cooker Green Beans! In just 15 minutes, you'll transform ordinary green beans into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have your family begging for seconds. This foolproof recipe combines the speed of modern cooking technology with classic Southern flavors, creating a dish that's both incredibly easy and irresistibly delicious.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly trim the fresh green beans, removing any tough ends or blemishes.
- Pour 1/2 cup of water into the pressure cooker's inner pot, creating a liquid base for steaming the green beans.
- Place the trimmed green beans into the pressure cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the bottom of the pot.
- Close the pressure cooker lid securely, making sure the valve is set to the sealed position.
- Set the pressure cooker to high pressure and cook for 3-4 minutes, which will result in tender yet crisp green beans.
- Once cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure by carefully turning the valve to release steam.
- Open the lid and drain any remaining water from the green beans.
- Add butter to the hot green beans and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss the green beans to ensure even coating with butter and seasonings.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Beans: Select bright green, crisp beans without any yellowing or soft spots for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim with Precision: Remove both ends of the beans and any stringy parts to ensure a tender, enjoyable bite.
- Don't Overcook: The key to perfect pressure cooker green beans is a short cooking time. 3-4 minutes is all you need to maintain that ideal crisp-tender texture.
- Quick Release Matters: Use the quick release method to stop the cooking process immediately and prevent mushy beans.
- Season Immediately: Add butter and seasonings while the beans are still hot to help the flavors absorb more effectively.
- Customize Your Flavor: Feel free to experiment with additional seasonings like fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, or even crispy bacon bits to make the recipe your own.
- Serve Immediately: These green beans are best enjoyed hot, straight from the pressure cooker, to maintain their perfect texture and warmth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 12mg
