Spicy Sauteed Green Beans with Red and Yellow Peppe

Name: Spicy Sauteed Green Beans with Red and Yellow Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons corn oil; 5 -10 black peppercorns (depending on how hot you like it); 1 ½ teaspoons sesame seeds; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 (1/2 inch) pieceunpeeled gingerroot, chopped; 1 small red onion, cut into long thin wedges; ¼ teaspoon turmeric; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 14 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips; 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips; salt; ¼ teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons corn oil
5 -10 black peppercorns (depending on how hot you like it)
1 ½ teaspoons sesame seeds
½ teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
1 (1/2 inch) pieceunpeeled gingerroot, chopped
1 small red onion, cut into long thin wedges
¼ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
14 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
salt
¼ teaspoon sugar

1
In large nonstick pan, heat oil over medium heat.
2
Keep lid handy.
3
Combine peppercorns, sesame seeds, cumin seeds and mustard seeds.
4
Add to oil.
5
Immediately turn heat to low and cover.
6
(Seeds will sputter and pop, so be careful.)
7
After a few seconds, seeds will have browned.
8
Add ginger and onion.
9
Saute over medium-high heat until onions are golden.
10
Add turmeric and cayenne pepper.
11
Stir well and saute for 2 minutes.
12
Add green beans, turn heat to high and saute until beans turn bright green.
13
Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
14
Add bell peppers, salt to taste add sugar.
15
Saute on high until peppers and beans are slightly browned.
16
Reduce heat to medium and cook until vegetables are cooked but still crisp, about 5 more minutes.

595

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons corn oil, 5 -10 black peppercorns (depending on how hot you like it), 1 ½ teaspoons sesame seeds, ½ teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sauteed Green Beans with Red and Yellow Peppers falls under the General 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.

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Spicy Sauteed Green Beans with Red and Yellow Peppers

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