Imagine a side dish so delectable that even vegetable skeptics will be asking for seconds. This Green Beans with Mushrooms and Shallots recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience that's both elegant and incredibly simple to prepare. With just a few professional techniques, you'll elevate humble green beans into a restaurant-worthy side that brings gourmet flavor right to your dinner table.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the green beans thoroughly under cold running water and trim off the tough ends. Pat the beans dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Slice the mushrooms into even, medium-thick slices to ensure uniform cooking.
- Peel the shallots and slice them thinly, creating delicate rings that will caramelize beautifully during cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and is hot but not smoking.
- Add the sliced shallots to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become soft and start to turn golden around the edges.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
- Introduce the trimmed green beans to the pan, tossing them with the mushrooms and shallots to ensure even coating with oil.
- Season the mixture generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your taste preferences.
- Continue cooking for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp and bright green, with slight caramelization on the edges.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish, ensuring the mushrooms and shallots are evenly distributed with the green beans.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Always pat green beans completely dry before cooking to ensure proper caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Use a large, wide skillet to give ingredients enough space to brown instead of steam.
- Cook mushrooms until they release their moisture and start to develop golden-brown edges for maximum flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan - this helps vegetables maintain their crisp texture and develop beautiful color.
- Season generously but taste as you go, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through.
- For extra richness, consider finishing the dish with a small pat of butter or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
