Savory Sesame Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these Savory Sesame Green Beans, a flavorful balance of tender-crisp vegetables and a tangy garlic-soy glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and packs a punch with toasted sesame seeds, a drizzle of honey, and an optional kick of red pepper flakes. Blanched to preserve their vibrant green hue and stir-fried to perfection in a sesame and olive oil mix, these green beans effortlessly combine texture and taste. Ideal as a versatile side for Asian-inspired meals or a light vegetarian entrée, this dish is sure to impress with its healthy, bold flavors and irresistible aroma.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Step 2
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil and olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Stir in the soy sauce and honey, mixing well to create a savory sauce.
Step 6
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still crisp.
Step 7
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the green beans and, if desired, add red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Step 8
Season with black pepper to taste. Adjust salt if needed, keeping in mind the soy sauce adds saltiness.
Step 9
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or a light main dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (577.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 462.3 |
| Total Fat 28.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2212.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.3g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 203.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1104.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories