Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds green beans, trimmed
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss green beans with brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
- Wrap each green bean with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook green bean bundles for 5 minutes per side, or until bacon is crispy.
- Transfer bundles to a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until green beans are tender.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and sweet flavor profile
- Crispy bacon exterior and tender green bean interior
- Visually appealing and easy to serve
User Comments:
- "These bundles were a hit at my dinner party! The sweet and salty combination was perfect."
- "The green beans were cooked to perfection and the bacon added a nice crunch."
- "A delicious and creative way to enjoy green beans."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use thick, fresh green beans for best results.
- If you don't have bacon, you can substitute with ham or prosciutto.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the bacon and wrap green beans in phyllo dough or puff pastry.
