Sweet and Sour Bacon Green Beans

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Sweet and Sour Bacon Green Beans.

1. Step 1

   To start, grab a microwave-safe bowl and toss in your trimmed green beans.

2. Step 2

   Add just enough water to cover the bottom of the bowl.

3. Step 3

   Pop it in the microwave on high for about 1 to 3 minutes, keeping an eye on them until they’re tender but still have a nice crispness.

4. Step 4

   Once they’re done, drain the beans and set them aside for later.

5. Step 5

   Next, heat up some peanut oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat.

6. Step 6

   Add in your chopped onion and sauté it for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until it’s beautifully tender and fragrant.

7. Step 7

   Once the onion is ready, transfer it to a bowl and carefully discard any excess oil left in the pan.

8. Step 8

   Now, it’s time for the bacon! In the same wok or skillet, add your bacon slices and cook them over medium-high heat.

9. Step 9

   Turn them occasionally until they’re perfectly browned and crispy, which should take around 10 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Once cooked, let the bacon drain on some paper towels and then chop it into bite-sized pieces.

11. Step 11

    Don’t forget to reserve about 4 to 5 tablespoons of the delicious bacon drippings in the wok for extra flavor.

12. Step 12

    With the drippings still in the pan, stir in the sautéed onion, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a splash of liquid smoke.

13. Step 13

    Cook this mixture, stirring occasionally, until it starts to bubble and the brown sugar has completely dissolved, which should take about 5 minutes.

14. Step 14

    Now, it’s time to bring everything together! Add the drained green beans to the flavorful sauce and give them a good stir to coat them evenly.

15. Step 15

    Let them cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until they’re heated through and ready to shine.

16. Step 16

    Finally, transfer your sweet and sour green bean mixture to a microwave-safe casserole dish.

17. Step 17

    Season it with a sprinkle of ground black pepper to taste.

18. Step 18

    You can serve this delightful dish right away or warm it up in the microwave if needed.

19. Step 19

    Enjoy the burst of flavors and the delightful crunch of the green beans in every bite!.