Description
Elevate your meal with these delicious Chinese Green Beans With Garlic Sauce, a quick and easy side dish that bursts with flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe features blistered green beans coated in a savory garlic sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Enjoy this vibrant dish alongside grilled chicken or as part of an Asian-inspired feast. The combination of fresh green beans and aromatic garlic creates a delightful experience that will impress family and guests alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 cup peanut oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil until smooth; set aside.
- Heat the frying oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until blistered.
- Push the beans aside, add garlic to the empty space, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture over the beans, stir to coat, and cook for another minute.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts. Feel free to incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety.