Beer Battered Fried Green Beans
Looking for an addictive appetizer or a fun twist on a classic side dish? Beer-battered green beans with sriracha dipping sauce are sure to tantalize your taste buds! This recipe is surprisingly easy to make at home, featuring a light and airy beer batter that gives way to crisp, tender green beans.
The key to success lies in the batter. Using cold beer creates a light and fluffy texture, while the seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper (optional) add depth of flavor. The sriracha dipping sauce provides a cool and creamy counterpoint to the crispy green beans, with a delightful kick of spice that’s adjustable to your preference.
This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from game nights to potlucks. It’s easily customizable – buttermilk can be substituted for the beer, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika or Parmesan cheese adds another layer of taste. So ditch the boring sides and impress your guests with this simple yet satisfying dish!
Questions I often get asked about this recipe:
Can I use a different type of beer?
Yes, you can use any type of beer you like. However, lighter beers like pale ales or lagers work best in this recipe because they won’t overpower the flavor of the green beans. Avoid strong or heavily flavored beers.
What if I don’t like spicy food?
You can easily adjust the amount of sriracha sauce in the dipping sauce to your preference. Alternatively, you can serve the green beans with a different dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or ketchup.
Do I have to deep fry the green beans?
No, you can also shallow fry the green beans in a skillet with about 1/2 inch of hot oil. However, deep frying will result in a crispier texture.
Can I bake these instead of frying?
Yes, you can bake the green beans instead of frying them. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss the coated green beans with a tablespoon of olive oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
What you need to make Beer Battered Fried Green Beans:
For the Sriracha Dipping Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
For the Beer Batter:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cold beer (pale ale or lager works well)
For the Green Beans:
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
Vegetable oil for frying
How to make it:
Make the Sriracha Dipping Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic (if using) until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Prepare the Beer Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the cold beer until a thick batter forms, with a consistency slightly thicker than heavy cream. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the green beans.
Heat the Oil: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough vegetable oil to reach a depth of 1-2 inches to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Green Beans: While the oil heats, pat the green beans dry with paper towels. You can leave them whole or cut them in half for easier dipping.
Fry the Green Beans: Dredge the green beans in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Dip each bean into the beer batter, coating it completely. Carefully lower the coated green beans into the hot oil using tongs. Don’t overcrowd the pot; fry the beans in batches to ensure even cooking.
Cook the Green Beans: Fry the green beans for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fried green beans to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve: Serve the hot beer-battered green beans immediately with the chilled sriracha dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying appetizer or side dish.
Tips:
For a thicker batter, add less beer or a bit more flour. For a thinner batter, add a splash more beer.
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the green beans, or they will be greasy.
Don’t overcrowd the pot when frying, as this will lower the oil temperature and make the green beans soggy.
You can substitute buttermilk for the beer in the batter for a slightly tangy flavor.
To add a bit of variety, sprinkle the finished green beans with a pinch of smoked paprika or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Latest Reviews:
These Green Beans are a Party Favorite! – I tried this recipe for a get-together last weekend and it was a HUGE hit! Everyone loved the crispy, light batter and the sriracha dip was the perfect amount of spicy. I used buttermilk instead of beer because that’s what I had on hand, and it worked great. Definitely will be making these again for another party soon! Sarah K.
Perfect Game Day Appetizer! – Been looking for a new appetizer to switch things up for game nights,and this recipe totally delivered! Super easy to make, even for someone not the most comfortable in the kitchen like me.The green beans were nice and crispy, not greasy at all. The sriracha dip had a nice kick, but not too overwhelming.Thanks for sharing! Derek B.
Kid-Approved Veggie Side! – Finding ways to get my kids to eat their veggies can be a challenge, but these beer-battered green beans were a winner! They gobbled them right up with the sriracha dip (maybe a little too much dip, haha). I loved that the recipe was simple enough to throw together on a busy weeknight. Definitely recommend this for anyone with picky eaters! Emma L.
Printable Recipe:
Beer Battered Fried Green Beans
This recipe makes a delicious and addictive appetizer or side dish. The crispy green beans are dipped in a flavorful beer batter and fried until golden brown, then served with a creamy sriracha sauce for a perfect combination of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- For the Sriracha Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- For the Beer Batter:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cold beer (pale ale or lager works well)
- For the Green Beans:
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Make the Sriracha Dipping Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic (if using) until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prepare the Beer Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the cold beer until a thick batter forms, with a consistency slightly thicker than heavy cream. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the green beans.
- Heat the Oil: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough vegetable oil to reach a depth of 1-2 inches to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Green Beans: While the oil heats, pat the green beans dry with paper towels. You can leave them whole or cut them in half for easier dipping. - Fry the Green Beans: Dredge the green beans in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Dip each bean into the beer batter, coating it completely. Carefully lower the coated green beans into the hot oil using tongs. Don't overcrowd the pot; fry the beans in batches to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Green Beans: Fry the green beans for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fried green beans to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the hot beer-battered green beans immediately with the chilled sriracha dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying appetizer or side dish.
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