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Stir-fried green beans Recipe

Chinese · Side dish · 18 min total

A quick and flavorful Chinese-style side dish featuring crisp-tender green beans tossed with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry for 15 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until they are crisp-tender and slightly charred in spots.
4. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss to coat and cook for another 30 seconds.
5. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra crunch, use a mix of green and yellow wax beans.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a hot skillet.
• To make it a main dish, add cooked chicken, beef, or tofu.

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