Description
A vibrant dish of fresh green beans coated in a sweet-and-spicy sesame glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–16 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1½ teaspoons granulated sugar (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Begin by rinsing the green beans under cold water to remove any dirt. Ensure they are trimmed by cutting off both ends, leaving you with perfectly uniform pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, granulated sugar (or honey), cornstarch, and water. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
- Heat the toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the prepared green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic and ginger mixture. Stir-fry for approximately 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce over the beans and gently stir to ensure all are well-coated. Allow to simmer for a few minutes to thicken and develop flavors.
- Serve hot as a bold side dish or as a stand-alone dish over rice!
Notes
Avoid overcooking the beans; they should be crunchy for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Protein: 2 g