Goma Ae Green Beans Japanese Green Beans with Sesame Dressing
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this authentic Japanese Goma Ae Green Beans recipe, featuring tender green beans coated in a rich, nutty sesame dressing. Made with toasted white sesame seeds, soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, the green beans are blanched to retain their vibrant color and crisp-tender texture, then tossed in the aromatic sesame sauce for a burst of umami. Perfect as a light appetizer, side dish, or addition to your Japanese-inspired meals, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy vegetables with a gourmet twist. Try this crowd-pleaser today to bring a touch of traditional Japanese cuisine to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Green beans
- 3 tablespoons White sesame seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.
In a medium pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and just tender. Drain and immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, pat them dry and set aside.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they are golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent burning.
Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a mortar and pestle (or use a food processor) and grind them until they form a coarse, sandy texture. Reserve about 1 teaspoon of the sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.
In a small bowl, mix the ground sesame seeds with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin to create the sesame dressing. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
In a mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans with the sesame dressing. Toss gently to ensure the beans are evenly coated.
Transfer the dressed green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle the reserved whole sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this nutty, flavorful dish as a side or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1249 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 878 mg | 19% | |
*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.
