Description
Beer Battered Fried Green Beans are a crispy, flavorful appetizer that will elevate any gathering. This delightful twist on a classic snack features fresh green beans coated in a light, beer-infused batter, creating an irresistible crunch with every bite. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or enjoying a casual family get-together, these green beans are sure to impress your guests. They pair perfectly with zesty dipping sauces like wasabi mayo or ranch dressing, making them a versatile addition to your appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 10 oz light beer (such as Guinness Blonde)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Peanut or canola oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1 tsp wasabi paste
Instructions
- Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing mayo and wasabi paste in a bowl; refrigerate until serving.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, aiming for 375°F.
- Set up your frying station with a baking sheet lined with paper towels and a cooling rack on top.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together beer, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne for the batter.
- Dredge green beans in flour first, then dip into the batter and fry in batches until golden brown (about 3 minutes per batch).
- Drain on the cooling rack and serve hot with the dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 fried green beans (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg