Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 quarts (4 liters) water
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt (or sea salt)
  • Ice water bath: Large bowl filled with ice and water

Instructions:

  1. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the salt.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water.
  4. Cook for 3-5 minutes, depending on the desired crispness. The beans should turn bright green and be slightly tender-crisp.
  5. Immediately transfer the blanched green beans to the prepared ice bath using a slotted spoon or spider strainer.
  6. Allow the beans to cool completely in the ice bath for about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drain the green beans thoroughly. You can pat them dry with paper towels.