How to Make Deep Fried Green Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Deep fried green beans are a delicious and crispy snack or side dish that is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. This simple dish takes fresh green beans and coats them in a seasoned batter before frying them to golden perfection.

One of the best parts about deep fried green beans is that they're a great way to get your vegetables in while still enjoying a tasty treat. The green beans are still crisp and flavorful, but the frying process adds a satisfying crunch that makes the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 2 cups vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook beans in boiling water until bright green, about 2 minutes. Immediately transfer green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry beans with paper towels.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pour flour into a bowl. Whisk egg in a separate bowl. Pour bread crumbs into a third bowl.
  • Coat green beans with flour; transfer to beaten egg and coat evenly. Press coated green beans into bread crumbs.
  • Working in batches, fry breaded green beans in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer fried beans to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Nutrition

    322 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 552mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 340mg