Green Beans with Squid Tentacles

Name: Green Beans with Squid Tentacles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1Kg squid tentacles; 1Kg frozen green beans; 250gr frozen chopped onion; Pink Himalayan salt; Extra virgin olive oil; Ground cayenne pepper; Water

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These squid tentacles with green beans are such a simple way to bring vegetables and seafood together in the same pan. I love letting the cooking juices from the tentacles infuse the beans with flavor, rounded out with onion, extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of cayenne to taste. You don't need a complicated sauce here: the magic comes from letting everything cook down together.

I use frozen green beans and frozen chopped onion, which cuts down prep time dramatically. It's a recipe that serves four, perfect for a cozy meal at home when you can let it simmer away gently without any rush. If you don't care for heat, just leave out the cayenne. Let's put on our aprons and make something simple and good.

If you enjoy combining vegetables and seafood, I recommend trying my Green beans with garlic king prawns and my Green beans with tomato and tuna.

Prep: 15 minCook: 60 minServes: 4

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you'll need for this recipe

1Kg squid tentacles
1Kg frozen green beans
250gr frozen chopped onion
Pink Himalayan salt
Extra virgin olive oil
Ground cayenne pepper
Water

Step by step

Method

1Clean the squid tentacles well, add them to a skillet, and cook until done; remove and set aside.
2In the same skillet, add the frozen green beans along with the chopped onion.
3Cover with water, put a lid on, and let everything cook until the liquid has evaporated.
4Once the water has cooked off, season to taste with pink salt, ground cayenne, and a drizzle of olive oil.
5Add the squid tentacles back in, along with another glass of water.
6Simmer gently over low heat until the liquid is completely reduced.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use fresh green beans instead of frozen?

Yes. Wash them, trim the ends, and cut them into pieces before adding them to the pan. Keep an eye on the cooking time, as fresh beans may take a little longer or shorter depending on their thickness and how tender you like them.

How long do green beans with squid tentacles keep in the fridge?

Transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate within two hours of cooking. They will keep well for up to two days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat until piping hot throughout.

Can you freeze cooked squid tentacles and green beans?

Yes, you can freeze the cooked dish in individual portions, though the green beans may turn slightly softer once thawed. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a skillet with a splash of water if needed.