Wok Or Skillet Asian-Style Fresh Green Beans Recipe

Name: Wok Or Skillet Asian-Style Fresh Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, ends trimmed; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to taste); 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed (can use a little more if desired); black pepper; salt (optional); cornstarch (mixed with cold water to thicken sauce); sliced almonds or sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to taste)
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed (can use a little more if desired)
black pepper
salt (optional)
cornstarch (mixed with cold water to thicken sauce)
sliced almonds or sesame seeds

1
Cook the green beans in a pot of boiling salted water until JUST crisp-tender (about 3 minutes) plunge into an ice water bath to cool completely.
2
Drain well and pat the beans dry using paper towels.
3
Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat; add in garlic and chili flakes (if using) stir-fry 1 minute.
4
Add in beans and stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
5
Add in soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar and black pepper; cook until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the beans (about 1-1/2-2 minutes longer).
6
If you want a thick sauce mix a small amount of cornstarch with a small amount of cold water and add in towards the end.
7
Add in the almonds or sesame seeds; toss to coat and transfer to a bowl.

135

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, ends trimmed, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic (or to taste), 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to taste), 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Wok Or Skillet Asian-Style Fresh Green Beans 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.

Wok Or Skillet Asian-Style Fresh Green Beans

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