Gingered Green Beans
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Gingered Green Beans! Fresh, tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection, then stir-fried in a savory ginger-garlic sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Infused with the warm heat of grated ginger and the optional kick of red chili flakes, this dish is a perfect harmony of bold flavors and crisp textures. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds for a delicious nutty finish, these green beans pair beautifully with any main course, from stir-fried noodles to grilled proteins. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy side is a must-try for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Keywords: gingered green beans, stir-fry green beans, healthy green bean recipe, quick vegetable side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and water. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the blanched green beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Pour the ginger-garlic sauce over the green beans, tossing to coat evenly. If using, sprinkle in red chili flakes for added heat.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly and the beans are fully coated.
Transfer the gingered green beans to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1183 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1117 mg | 24% | |
*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.
