Spicy Chinese Green Beans
Get ready to spice up your dinner table with these irresistible Spicy Chinese Green Beans! This quick and flavorful stir-fry features crisp-tender green beans blistered to perfection and coated in a savory, sweet, and spicy sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and a kick of red chili flakes. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a drizzle of sesame oil, each bite bursts with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect as a vibrant side dish or served over steamed rice for a satisfying vegetarian meal. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a weeknight dinner, these restaurant-style green beans are a must-try crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to avoid excessive splattering during cooking.
Step 2
Mince the garlic and ginger, and set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until the cornstarch dissolves and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
Step 4
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, add the green beans. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes, or until the green beans are blistered and tender but still crisp. Remove the green beans from the pan and set aside.
Step 6
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Reduce the heat slightly and add the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 7
Return the green beans to the skillet and toss to combine with the aromatics.
Step 8
Pour the sauce over the green beans and stir immediately to coat. Continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and evenly coats the green beans.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spicy green beans to a serving dish. Serve hot as a side or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (594.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 592.7 |
| Total Fat 41.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1442.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.8g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 206.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1165.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories