Green Beans with Peanut
Transform your ordinary side dish into a bold, savory delight with this recipe for Green Beans with Peanut. Fresh, crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and coated in a rich, velvety peanut sauce made with garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist). This dish balances nutty and savory flavors with a hint of sweetness, while a splash of rice vinegar and sesame oil adds a tangy, aromatic finish. Topped with crunchy roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, this quick 20-minute recipe delivers a punch of texture and flavor. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a light, satisfying main for plant-based diners, these green beans are easy to make yet undeniably impressive.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. If they are long, cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 3
Drain the green beans and immediately immerse them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Step 5
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the prepared peanut sauce to the skillet and warm it gently, stirring constantly, for about 1-2 minutes.
Step 6
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until they are evenly coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, if using, for added texture and flavor.
Step 8
Serve the green beans warm or at room temperature as a side dish alongside your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (628.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 752.8 |
| Total Fat 48.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2640.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.4g | |
| Protein 28.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 261.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1532.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories