Fried Green Beans

Ingredients

• Fresh green beans
• Flour
• Beaten eggs
• Panko breadcrumbs
• All-purpose flour
• Cold water
• Cornstarch
• Garlic butter
• Oil for frying
• Optional: Dried herbs, grated parmesan, garlic powder, chili flakes, soy sauce, sesame seeds, spices like paprika or cayenne, hot sauce

Instructions

1. Trim and dry the green beans.
2. For panko crusted green beans, set up a coating station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
3. Coat each bean first in flour, then egg, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs. Allow excess egg to drip off before rolling in breadcrumbs.
4. For green bean tempura, mix all-purpose flour with cold water to achieve a smooth batter. Dip each bean in the batter before frying.
5. If using a deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F. Fry the beans in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
6. For air fryer method, spray or lightly coat the basket with oil, arrange beans in a single layer, and cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
7. For skillet method, heat garlic butter over medium-high heat. Add beans and stir frequently until crisp-tender.
8. Experiment with flavors by adding garlic powder, chili flakes, or a soy sauce glaze. Add spices like paprika or cayenne for a southern variation.
9. Serve with dipping sauces such as garlic aioli, ranch, or sweet chili sauce.