Spicy Thai Style Beans with Coconut Milk Vegetarian
Transform your weeknight dinner with Spicy Thai Style Beans with Coconut Milk, a vibrant vegetarian dish bursting with authentic Thai flavors. Crisp green beans are simmered in a luscious, aromatic coconut milk sauce infused with red Thai curry paste, ginger, and garlic, creating a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and subtly sweet notes. A splash of lime juice and fresh basil leaves elevate the dish with a refreshing finish, while a touch of soy sauce and brown sugar harmonize the bold flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal as a stand-alone meal with steamed rice or as a flavorful side dish to complement your Thai-inspired feast. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone seeking a hearty, plant-based, gluten-free meal with a spicy twist!
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Ingredients
- 500 g Green beans
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 2 tbsp Red Thai curry paste
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Brown sugar
- 1 piece Red chili
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 tsp Salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash the green beans and trim the ends. Cut them into approximately 2-inch pieces and set aside.
Step 2
Mince the garlic and ginger. Thinly slice the red chili.
Step 3
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5
Stir in the red Thai curry paste and cook for another 1 minute to release its aroma.
Step 6
Pour in the coconut milk and stir until the curry paste is fully incorporated.
Step 7
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them in the coconut milk mixture.
Step 8
Add soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and salt. Stir well.
Step 9
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still crisp.
Step 10
Add the sliced red chili and fresh basil leaves in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Stir to combine.
Step 11
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or lime juice as desired.
Step 12
Serve hot as a main dish with steamed rice, or as a side to complement other Thai dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1065g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 635.3 |
| Total Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3636.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.5g | |
| Protein 14.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 288.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1849.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories