Ginger Garlic Green Beans
Bright, zesty, and bursting with umami flavor, Ginger Garlic Green Beans is the ultimate side dish to elevate your dining table in just 20 minutes. Fresh, crisp green beans are stir-fried with fragrant ginger and garlic, then tossed in a tantalizing mix of soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes for a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic notes. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this recipe is not only packed with flavor but also beautifully vibrant. Perfect for pairing with steamed rice or your favorite protein, this quick and easy dish will become a go-to for healthy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Try this delectable ginger garlic green beans recipe today and savor the simplicity of fresh ingredients and bold Asian-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, cutting off the ends if necessary.
Peel and finely grate the ginger and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the green beans and a pinch of salt. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beans start to blister and soften slightly.
Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another minute, letting the aroma develop.
Pour the soy sauce, sesame oil, and water into the skillet. Toss everything together and let the beans cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the beans.
Once the beans are tender but still crisp, remove the skillet from the heat.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the beans for garnish.
Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice for a simple meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2363 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1165 mg | 25% | |
*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.
