Chinese "Dry-Fried" Green Beans Recipe

Name: Chinese "Dry-Fried" Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans, haricots verts or Chinese longbeans; 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped; 2 scallions (spring onions, green onions), white parts only, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon chili paste; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste; Pepper to taste, optional; 2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil, or as needed

Servings: persons

1 lb green beans, haricots verts or Chinese longbeans
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger, chopped
2 scallions (spring onions, green onions), white parts only, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili paste
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Pepper to taste, optional
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil, or as needed

1
["Preparing the ingredients:", "Wash the green beans, drain thoroughly, and trim the tops and bottoms.", "Cut the green beans on the diagonal into slices approximately 2 inches long.", "Chop the garlic, ginger and scallions.", "", "Dry-Frying:", "Heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the green beans and stir-fry until they start to shrivel or ""pucker"" and turn brown (6 to 7 minutes for longbeans). Remove the green beans from the wok and drain in a colander.", "", "Cooking the aromatics:", "Heat 1 tablespoon oil in the wok on high heat. Add the garlic, ginger and scallions. Stir-fry for a few seconds, then add the chili paste and stir-fry for a few more seconds until aromatic.", "", "Assembling:", "Add the green beans and the dark soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper if using. Stir everything together, and taste and adjust the seasoning if desired. Serve hot."]

114

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb green beans, haricots verts or Chinese longbeans, 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped, 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped, 2 scallions (spring onions, green onions), white parts only, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chinese "Dry-Fried" Green Beans falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese "Dry-Fried" Green Beans

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions