20-Minute Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Green Beans Recipe
Introduction
These 20-Minute Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Green Beans are a quick and delicious side dish that combines crispy bacon with tender green beans. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals, they offer a flavorful, low-carb option that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 12 slices uncured bacon
- 30 fresh green bean stalks, trimmed
Instructions
- Step 1: Wash the green bean stalks thoroughly under cold water, then pat them dry with a clean towel. Trim the ends off each stalk to ensure even cooking.
- Step 2: Take about two or three of the trimmed green beans and bundle them together. Wrap one slice of uncured bacon tightly around each bundle, making sure the bacon overlaps slightly and ends are tucked underneath to keep them secure.
- Step 3: Place the bacon-wrapped green bean bundles seam side down in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, so the bundles can crisp up evenly.
- Step 4: Air fry the bundles at 380°F for 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is cooked through and crispy. Check at the 10-minute mark and leave them in a couple of minutes longer if you prefer crispier bacon. Flip halfway through cooking for even crisping.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh green beans that are medium-sized for best texture and ease of wrapping.
- If fresh green beans aren’t available, thaw and pat frozen green beans dry before wrapping.
- Try turkey bacon as a lower-fat alternative, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Substitute asparagus spears or thick carrot sticks for a different twist, but add extra cooking time if needed.
- Secure each bundle with a toothpick to prevent bacon from unraveling during cooking.
Storage
Store leftover bacon wrapped green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness, or use an oven at 375°F for about 5 minutes. You can also prepare the bundles a few hours ahead and refrigerate until cooking, but avoid longer storage to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen green beans for this recipe?
Yes, you can use thawed frozen green beans, but make sure to pat them completely dry to avoid steaming rather than crisping the bacon.
How do I prevent the bacon from unraveling during air frying?
Wrap the bacon tightly around the green bean bundles and tuck the ends underneath. Securing each bundle with a toothpick also helps keep the bacon in place while cooking.
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20-Minute Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Green Beans Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Carb
Description
This easy and delicious 20-minute air fryer bacon wrapped green beans recipe features crispy bacon wrapped around tender fresh green beans with a hint of garlic, cooked perfectly in the air fryer. It’s a low-carb, keto-friendly side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or can be served as an impressive appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 slices uncured bacon
- 30 fresh green bean stalks, trimmed
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Wash the green bean stalks thoroughly under cold water, then pat them dry with a clean towel. Trim the ends off each stalk to ensure they cook evenly.
- Wrap Green Beans with Bacon: Take about two or three trimmed green beans and bundle them together. Wrap one slice of uncured bacon tightly around each bundle, making sure the bacon overlaps slightly and tuck the ends underneath to keep them secure.
- Arrange Bundles for Air Frying: Place the bacon-wrapped green bean bundles seam side down in a single layer in your air fryer basket. If needed, work in batches so bundles aren’t crowded, allowing even airflow and crisping.
- Air Fry Until Crispy: Air fry the bundles at 380°F (193°C) for 10-15 minutes until the bacon is cooked through and crispy. Check at the 10-minute mark and cook longer if a crispier texture is desired. Flip the bundles halfway through cooking for even crisping.
Notes
- Use fresh medium-sized green beans for best texture; thawed frozen can be used if fully dried.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy bacon.
- Secure bacon ends under the bundles and use toothpicks if needed to prevent unraveling.
- You can substitute regular cured bacon or turkey bacon, adjusting cooking time as necessary.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
- Wrapping green beans in bacon a few hours ahead is possible but avoid doing so too far in advance to prevent sogginess.
- Try asparagus or thick carrot sticks as alternative vegetables for wrapping.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer, bacon wrapped green beans, side dish, low carb, keto, appetizer, bacon, green beans, quick recipe
