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Southern Style Green Beans

Southern Style Green Beans

Southern Style Green Beans are a masterclass in low-and-slow cooking, where high-quality fat transforms fibrous pods into melt-in-your-mouth perfection. This recipe balances savory salt, smoky depth, and a hint of acidity for a bold side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh Green Beans
  • Smoked Pork (bacon, ham hocks, or salt pork)
  • Yellow Onio
  • Chicken or Vegetable Stock
  • Garlic
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Aromatics and Fat: Place your Dutch oven over medium heat. Add your chopped bacon or salt pork.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced onions to the rendered fat. Cook until translucent, then add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
  3. Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in your stock and the apple cider vinegar. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot.
  4. The Long Simmer: Add the trimmed green beans to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 60 to 90 minutes.
  5. The Final Seasoning: Taste the broth and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

Ensure to use fresh green beans for best results. Low and slow cooking is key to achieving a tender texture. You can make this dish vegetarian by using olive oil and vegetable stock instead of pork.