Wok Seared Sesame Green Beans

Elevate your side dish game with Wok Seared Sesame Green Beans, a quick and flavorful recipe that packs a punch with every bite. Fresh green beans are expertly stir-fried in a sizzling hot wok until tender-crisp, then infused with the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger. A savory glaze made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey adds the perfect balance of umami and sweetness, while optional red pepper flakes bring a subtle kick of heat. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this dish delivers irresistible crunch and depth of flavor. Ready in under 20 minutes, these sesame green beans are perfect as a vibrant side or light vegetarian main.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1.5 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans, removing the tough ends.

Step 2

Heat a wok over medium-high heat until very hot, then add the vegetable oil and sesame oil. Swirl to coat the bottom of the wok.

Step 3

Add the trimmed green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until they start to blister in spots and become slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 4

Push the green beans to the sides of the wok, creating a space in the center. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the center and stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl. Pour this mixture over the green beans and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6

Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the green beans are glazed and tender-crisp.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the green beans and give them a final toss.

Step 8

Transfer the green beans to a serving plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	543.8

Total Fat 39.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1182.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 14.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282.2mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1151.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.7%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 30.6%