By Becky Hardin
Updated Jan 31, 2025
These fried green beans are one of my favorite crispy appetizers. Fresh green beans are beer-battered and deep-fried, giving them a crunchy bite. I love how easy they are to make– they take just 20 minutes from start to finish. This simple snack is so snappy and fresh! Plus, I can pretend I’m being healthy since green beans are full of vitamin C and beta-carotene!
I love french fries , but I’m always on the hunt for something that’s a little bit healthier. These fried green beans are packed full of vitamins and minerals that make me feel a little better about indulging.
What’s in This Fried Green Beans Recipe?
- Oil: I like to fry with vegetable oil for its neutral flavor and high smoke point .
- Flour: Thickens the batter.
- Green Beans: Fresh green beans hold up well to frying and stay crisp.
- Spices : Salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper add delicious flavor.
- Beer: Adds flavor and creates a light and airy batter. Opt for a light lager or pale ale with a subtle malty flavor. Avoid bitter IPAs, porters, or sours, which can impart an unpleasant flavor.
- Hot Sauce: Adds a touch of spice.
Tips for Success
- There’s no need to blanch these green beans since they will cook quickly in the hot oil.
- The oil will heat slowly at first, then quickly as it approaches 375°F. Watch it closely to prevent overheating.
- Don’t overcrowd the pot, or your beans will turn out soggy.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover fried green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy and warmed through.
Freeze green bean fries in a single layer on a lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. This will prevent the beans from sticking together once frozen. Transfer the green beans to an airtight container or Ziplock bag to store for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
Be sure to serve some dipping sauces along with these crispy fried green beans for football Sunday ! They go great with ranch , ketchup, aioli , bang bang sauce , or fry sauce . Or drizzle them with Buffalo sauce for an extra kick!
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- ▢ Vegetable oil for frying
- ▢ 1¼ cups all-purpose flour divided
- ▢ 1 pound fresh green beans ends trimmed
- ▢ 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ▢ 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ▢ 1 cup beer
- ▢ 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce
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Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 inch of oil to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside. Vegetable oil
- In a large bowl, toss the green beans with ¼ cup flour. Shake off any excess. 1¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 pound fresh green beans
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add in the beer and hot sauce and whisk until combined. 1 cup beer, 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce
- Dredge ⅓ of the green beans in the batter. Shake off any excess and place them directly in the hot oil.
- Fry the green beans in the preheated oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer them to the paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
- Repeat with the remaining green beans.
- Season with a little extra salt and serve hot.
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- Deep Frying Thermometer
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Fried Green Beans Step by Step
Heat the Oil: In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 inch of oil to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
Toss the Beans: In a large bowl, toss 1 pound of trimmed fresh green beans with ¼ cup flour. Shake off any excess.
Make the Batter: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup flour, 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Add in 1 cup of beer and 1-2 tablespoons of hot sauce and whisk until combined.
Dredge the Beans: Dredge ⅓ of the green beans in the batter. Shake off any excess and place them directly in the hot oil.
Fry and Season: Fry the green beans in the preheated oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer them to the paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain. Repeat with the remaining green beans. Season with a little extra salt and serve hot.
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Fried Green Beans Recipe
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- Deep Frying Thermometer
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour divided
- 1 pound fresh green beans ends trimmed
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup beer
- 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 inch of oil to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside. Vegetable oil
- In a large bowl, toss the green beans with ¼ cup flour. Shake off any excess. 1¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 pound fresh green beans
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add in the beer and hot sauce and whisk until combined. 1 cup beer, 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce
- Dredge ⅓ of the green beans in the batter. Shake off any excess and place them directly in the hot oil.
- Fry the green beans in the preheated oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer them to the paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
- Repeat with the remaining green beans.
- Season with a little extra salt and serve hot.
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Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
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However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
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CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
