Green Beans with Ginger and Cashews
Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and flavorful dish of Green Beans with Ginger and Cashews—perfectly designed for lovers of bold, Asian-inspired cuisine. Tender-crisp green beans are stir-fried with aromatic ginger and garlic, then tossed with toasted cashews for a satisfying crunch. A savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of red chili flakes adds a layer of umami with subtle heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe shines as a side dish or a light main course, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Packed with protein-rich cashews and crisp veggies, it's a delicious way to add color, texture, and wholesome ingredients to your plate.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans
- 100 grams cashews
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Cut them into approximately 2-inch pieces if desired.
Step 2
Slice the ginger into thin matchsticks and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the cashews for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic, ginger matchsticks, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 6
Add the green beans to the skillet. Stir to coat them in the ginger-garlic mixture, then add the water. Cover the skillet and let the beans steam for 3-4 minutes, until tender-crisp.
Step 7
Uncover the skillet and increase the heat slightly. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce is slightly reduced and the beans are evenly coated.
Step 8
Add the toasted cashews to the skillet and gently toss to distribute them evenly among the green beans.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Step 10
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main alongside steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (719.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1116.5 |
| Total Fat 87.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 31.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2986.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.3g | |
| Protein 28.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1835.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories