Chinese Green Beans With Garlic Sauce
Chinese Green Beans With Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a lively side for gatherings. The green beans are blistered to perfection and coated in a savory garlic sauce that bursts with umami goodness. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, offering a delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Customize it by adding your favorite proteins or vegetables for a heartier option that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed
- 1/4 cup peanut oil, avocado oil, or safflower oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil until combined; set aside.
- Heat your wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat and add the oil.
- Add the green beans and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until blistered yet tender.
- Push to one side, add garlic in the center, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture over the beans and stir to coat evenly; heat through for another minute.
- Serve hot as a side dish or part of a larger meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg