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Green Beans and Chorizo

Quick and easy to make with just two ingredients, green beans and chorizo is a simple side that packs a lot of flavor.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 74kcal
Author: Betty Davies

Ingredients

  • 9 ounces green beans (frozen or fresh) (260g)
  • salt and water for cooking the beans
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • cup diced Spanish chorizo (65g)

Instructions

  • Prepare a bowl of iced water and set to one side.
  • Add the beans to salted boiling water and cook for around 3 minutes til tender, but with a bit of bite still.
  • Drain the beans and place into the iced water and set to one side.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet on the stovetop. Once hot add the diced chorizo.
  • Cook the chorizo for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally til crispy.
  • Drain the beans and add to the chorizo in the skillet.
  • Cook for a couple of minutes to warm the beans through, stirring to coat the beans in the oil, and serve.

Notes

  • Cook the beans is salted water to start adding flavor right from the start.
  • Take care not to overcook the beans, they should still have a slight bite to them.
  • Don't skip the iced water. This will stop the cooking process and keep the beans a nice vibrant green color.
  • Nutritional values are an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 632IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg