Description
Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal. This quick recipe features tender green beans blistered to perfection and tossed in a savory garlic sauce, making it an ideal addition for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish offers an umami-rich flavor profile that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served alongside rice, noodles, or as part of a larger spread, these green beans are a versatile and healthy choice that can easily be customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 cup broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable)
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 cup cooking oil (peanut, avocado, or safflower)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Heat the cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the green beans and fry for 3-4 minutes until blistered and bright green.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and toss to coat the green beans evenly. Cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg