Green beans in a jar

Name: Green beans in a jar - Sabina H.
Ingredients: 3 kg green beans; 3 tablespoons salt; 1 preservative; 2.5 l water; 5 jars of 850ml

Conserve - Green beans in a jar by Sabina H. - Recipia

Green beans can be jarred when they are fresh and in excess of what we can use immediately. They are cleaned, boiled just enough to soften slightly, and then packed into jars along with the water they were boiled in. In winter, they can be served alongside meat, sausages, smoked ham hock, meatballs, or other dishes. The recipe below is for 5 jars of 850 ml. Quick Info Total time: not specified in the original recipe Preparation time: cleaning and cutting the beans; duration depends on the quantity and pace of work Cooking time: the beans are boiled until they are slightly firmer, then boiled for an additional 5 minutes after adding the preservative Yield: 5 jars of 850 ml Servings: each jar can be used for multiple servings, depending on how the beans are served Difficulty: easy Recipe type: pantry preserve, prepared for winter Ingredients 3 kg green beans 3 tablespoons salt 1 preservative 2.5 liters water You will need 5 jars of 850 ml, with appropriate lids. Preparation Method 1. Prepare the green beans Clean the green beans and remove the ends. If the pods are long, cut them into smaller pieces so they can be more easily arranged in the jars and used later. Wash the pieces of beans thoroughly under running water and let them drain. 2. Boil the beans Place the 2.5 liters of water in a large pot and add the 3 tablespoons of salt. When the water begins to boil, add the green beans to the pot. Boil the beans slightly, without letting them become soft like for a regular dish. They should remain a bit firmer, as they will cook a little more after adding the preservative. The exact duration is not mentioned in the original recipe, so check the texture periodically without letting them break apart. 3. Add the preservative At the end of the boiling process, add the preservative and let the beans boil for an additional 5 minutes. Stir gently to distribute it without crushing the pods. 4. Fill the jars Remove the beans from the boiling water and let them drain. Keep the boiling water, as it will be used to fill the jars. Place the beans into the 5 jars of 850 ml. There is no need to pack them tightly; simply arrange them neatly so they fit well. Fill each jar with the water in which the beans were boiled. 5. Seal and cool the jars Seal the jars with their lids. Turn them upside down and leave them that way for 5 minutes. After this time, cover the jars with a blanket and let them cool gradually until the next day. Once they have cooled, they can be stored in the pantry, as per the method in the original recipe. Why I make this recipe often It’s a simple method to preserve green beans for the months when they are no longer fresh. The jars are already portioned, and the beans can be used alongside various types of meat or in other dishes. The fact that they are boiled just until slightly firmer helps prevent the pods from becoming too soft during preparation and storage. Tips and Variations Tips Choose fresh green beans with firm pods. Very mature pods may have tough fibers and will not have the same texture after boiling. Do not boil the beans until they are completely soft. In the recipe, they are left a little firmer than for immediate consumption, then boiled for an additional 5 minutes after adding the preservative. The water in which the beans were boiled is used to fill the jars. Do not discard it after straining the pods. The jars must be clean, and the lids should seal tightly. Before storing them in the pantry, check if any lid is bulging, loose, or if there are any leaks. Use the preservative exactly according to the instructions on the package. The recipe mentions a quantity of one preservative without specifying the type or weight of the product. Substitutions No substitutions are provided for green beans, salt, water, or preservative in the original recipe. The amount of salt is as indicated: 3 tablespoons for the 2.5 liters of water. If the preservative product used has different instructions than those in the recipe, it is safer to follow the directions on the package. Not all products have the same concentration or method of use. Variations The basic recipe does not include other vegetables, spices, or sauces. To maintain the original flavor and proportions, the beans are simply placed in the salty water in which they were boiled. Separate sterilization of the jars is not mentioned, nor any other processing step after filling. If you use a different preservation method, follow the specific instructions for that method and the preservative product. Serving Ideas The green beans from the jar can be served alongside a piece of meat, sausages, smoked ham hock, or meatballs. They can be taken out of the jar and heated before serving. They can also be used as a side dish for a winter meal without complicated preparation. Since they have already been boiled, it is sufficient to heat them until they reach the desired temperature. Frequently Asked Questions How long should the beans be boiled before adding the preservative? The recipe does not specify an exact number of minutes. The beans are boiled until they are slightly firmer than beans prepared for a regular dish. After adding the preservative, they are boiled for an additional 5 minutes. Is the same water used to fill the jars? Yes. After the beans are removed from the pot and drained, the jars are filled with the water in which they were boiled. Why are the jars turned upside down? In the original recipe, the sealed jars are turned upside down for 5 minutes, then covered with a blanket until the next day. This is the indicated step for sealing and cooling them. How many jars can be made from 3 kg of green beans? The amount mentioned in the recipe is sufficient for 5 jars of 850 ml. The result may vary slightly depending on how compactly the beans are arranged in the jars. Where should the jars be stored? After cooling until the next day, the jars are taken to the pantry, according to the recipe. Keep them in a cool, dark place and check the jars before use. If you notice a bulging lid, leaks, an unusual smell, or other signs of spoilage, the contents should not be consumed. Nutritional Values The values below are estimates for 100 g of green beans, calculated based on the usual values of raw or cooked green beans. They cannot be considered exact, as it is not specified how much water remains in the product and how much salt is absorbed by the beans. Calories: approximately 30-35 kcal Protein: approximately 1.5-2 g Carbohydrates: approximately 6-7 g Fat: under 0.5 g Fiber: approximately 3-4 g Sodium may be significantly higher than in plain green beans, as the recipe uses 3 tablespoons of salt for the boiling water. The exact amount in each serving depends on how much salt remains in the beans and in the liquid in the jar. Storage and Reheating After cooling until the next day, the jars are stored in the pantry, in a cool, dark place. The recipe does not specify an exact storage period, so it is important to check each jar before opening. Once opened, the beans should be kept in the refrigerator and consumed as soon as possible. Remove the desired amount from the jar and heat it before serving. The remainder should be kept in the refrigerator, covered, along with the liquid in which it was preserved.

Green beans in a jar

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