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Spicy Green Beans

A vibrant and spicy side dish that elevates any meal with perfectly crunchy yet tender green beans, coated in a mouthwatering sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12-16 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce ideal for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by giving your fresh green beans a good rinse and trim the ends.
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, granulated sugar or honey, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until blended.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the toasted sesame oil.
  2. Once the oil is warm, toss in the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Add the green beans and cook for about 4 minutes until they are tender but still crunchy.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the green beans, stirring well to coat them.
  5. Add the crushed red pepper flakes and sesame seeds, mixing in to combine.

Notes

Serve these green beans in a shallow bowl and pair with rice or quinoa. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Avoid freezing.