Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork

Name: Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 lb salt pork, diced; 1/2 yellow onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup water; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly grnd

Tender green beans are slow-simmered with smoky salt pork and savory aromatics, creating a classic Southern side dish. This recipe delivers a deep, comforting flavor perfect for any meal.

45 minEasyServes 6210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 lb salt pork, diced
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly grnd

Instructions

1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, add 1/2 lb diced salt pork over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the pork is crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the crispy pork bits with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
2

Add 1/2 chopped yellow onion to the pot with the rendered fat and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3

Stir in 2 lbs trimmed fresh green beans, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup water, and 1/2 tsp freshly grnd black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the fresh green beans are tender.
4

Stir in the reserved crispy salt pork bits. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

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Questions

How long does Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork take?

As written, 45 minutes: 15 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (25 minutes): "Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the fresh green beans are tender."

What should Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until the fresh green beans are tender.

Is Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 210 calories, with 11 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Southern Green Beans with Salt Pork within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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