Szechuan Dry Fried Green Beans Recipe

Name: Szechuan Dry Fried Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans, cut 2 inches; deep frying oil, heated to 325 to 350 degrees f (sala or peanut oil); 1 slice fresh ginger, minced (about 1/2 - 1 teaspoon); 1/4 lb ground pork; 1/4 cup cha choy, chopped; Sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons chicken stock; 2 scallions, minced; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar (or Chinese red vinegar); 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 lb green beans, cut 2 inches
deep frying oil, heated to 325 to 350 degrees f (sala or peanut oil)
1 slice fresh ginger, minced (about 1/2 - 1 teaspoon)
1/4 lb ground pork
1/4 cup cha choy, chopped
Sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 scallions, minced
2 tablespoons cider vinegar (or Chinese red vinegar)
1 teaspoon sesame oil

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*Regularor Chinese long beans.
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**Chachoy is a moderately spicy pickled Chinese root vegetable packed in salt and chilies.
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It comes in cans.
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It should be rinsed in cold running water to remove the seasonings.
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Unused cha choy keeps for a long time refrigerated in a zipper bag.
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Deep fry the beans until they're well wrinkled, about 3- 4 minutes.
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Pour into a sieve to drain.
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Heat 1- 2 T oil in a wok.
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Stir in the ginger and add the pork.
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Stir fry until the pork is just cooked.
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Stir in the cha choy, then the beans to blend.
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Pour in the sauce and continue to stir until it dries up.
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Finally, stir in the scallions, vinegar and sesame oil.

157

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb green beans, cut 2 inches, deep frying oil, heated to 325 to 350 degrees f (sala or peanut oil), 1 slice fresh ginger, minced (about 1/2 - 1 teaspoon), 1/4 lb ground pork, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Dry Fried Green Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Szechuan Dry Fried Green Beans

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