This Wax Beans with Buttered Bread Crumbs dish is a flavorful side that’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Fresh, sweet, and tender yellow wax beans make this recipe a snap, and they’re perfect alongside chicken, fish, or steak. This side dish is simple enough for weeknight dinners but fancy enough for the holidays.
The toasted bread crumbs add a delightful crunch, while the butter enhances the natural sweetness of the beans. Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting guests, this dish is sure to be a hit.
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Now that you’ve got idea for your new favourite side dish, you’ll want to really impress with your main course—check out my Coconut Chicken or Baked Tomatoes and Feta Pasta. And don’t forget dessert like Lemon Poppy Seed Cake, Easy Strawberry Cake, Cream Puffs or Chocolate Loaf Cake with Pears.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO MAKE WAX BEANS WITH BUTTERED BREAD CRUMBS
This Wax Beans with Buttered Bread Crumbs recipe only requires a few super basic ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Yellow Wax Beans – Yes fresh, frozen or canned just doesn’t work in this recipe.
- Unsalted Butter – You can also use herb or garlic butter.
- Breadcrumbs
- Fresh Chopped Parsley
- Seasoning – I used Kosher salt. You can also add black pepper or try add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
See the recipe card for exact quantities.
BUYING YELLOW WAX BEANS TIP: Look for vivid yellow color. They should have a snap when broken. Avoid beans that are limp, slimy, or are covered in brown spots.
HOW TO MAKE WAX BEANS WITH BUTTERED BREAD CRUMBS
You’ll find the full recipe below, but here’s how it works:
- Prepare the yellow wax beans by washing them well. Then trim the ends, and remove any tough strings. Slice the beans into smaller pieces, if desired.
- Add salt and water to a large pot. Bring to a boil. Drop the yellow wax beans into the boiling water and cook for 7 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Immediately remove the beans and plunge into the ice water long enough to cool completely, 15 to 30 seconds. Drain the yellow beans in a colander. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs, stir constantly using a wooden spoon. Cook for 1 minute. Toss in the yellow wax beans, stirring to coat with the butter; cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season lightly with salt. Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot or room temperature. Enjoy!
HOW TO CLEAN YELLOW WAX BEANS?
With a sharp paring knife, cut the stem end of each bean. Place the cut beans into a sink of cold water and let them float around to remove any dirt. Soak them for a couple minutes to let the dirt settle to the bottom of the sink. Scoop out the cleaned beans to a colander and give them cold rinse. Use right away or store in an airtight container that is lined with some paper towel to soak up any excess water.
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EXPERT TIPS
- Start with fresh, vibrant yellow wax beans. They should have firm, even skin and snap easily.
- Allow the water to boil for several minutes before adding your yellow wax beans. This will prevent the water from cooling too much when you add the yellow wax beans.
- This is an easy recipe with no real “trick” except, don’t let your beans overcook. Keep an eye on them so they don’t get mushy.
HOW TO STORE
Yellow String Beans are best enjoyed straight after cooking. However, if you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in a pan over medium heat, you will likely need to add additional butter. I don’t recommend freezing it.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What do yellow wax beans taste like?
Yellow wax beans, ideally harvested young, are crisp and tender with a succulent texture. They have mellow, grassy, sweet, and nutty flavors.
Should you refrigerate yellow wax beans?
Keep them in a moisture-proof, airtight container in the refrigerator. Beans will toughen over time even when stored properly, so use within a couple of days.
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WAX BEANS WITH BUTTERED BREAD CRUMBS
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh yellow wax beans (1.102 pounds)
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Prepare the yellow wax beans by washing them well. Then trim the ends, and remove any tough strings. Slice the beans into smaller pieces, if desired.
- Add salt and water to a large pot. Bring to a boil. Drop the yellow wax beans into the boiling water and cook for 7 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Immediately remove the beans and plunge into the ice water long enough to cool completely, 15 to 30 seconds. Drain the yellow beans in a colander. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs, stir constantly using a wooden spoon. Cook for 1 minute. Toss in the yellow wax beans, stirring to coat with the butter; cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season lightly with salt.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot or room temperature. Enjoy!