Sautéed Beans with Shallots
Sautéed Beans with Shallots is a simple, savory side dish featuring crisp green beans quickly cooked with fragrant shallots, often seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, or soy sauce. It is a staple in many home kitchens across East and Southeast Asia, valued for its fresh texture and aromatic flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is low in fat and calories, typically around 80-120 calories per serving, while providing a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K from the beans. The shallots add antioxidants and a small amount of prebiotic fiber.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Vitamin K | 25 mcg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 30 mcg |
Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutritionally, it's a great way to retain the beans' crunch and nutrients through quick cooking, and culturally, it represents the Asian culinary philosophy of highlighting fresh ingredients with minimal, flavorful aromatics.
