Orange Sauce Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with these tantalizing Orange Sauce Beans—a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Tender green beans are blanched for perfect crunch, then coated in a zesty orange sauce made from freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant zest, soy sauce, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A hint of garlic and a velvety cornstarch-thickened finish elevate this dish to gourmet status, while the balance of tangy, savory, and sweet flavors makes it a crowd-pleasing favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these beans are perfect as a colorful side to roasted chicken or grilled fish, or they can shine on their own as a light, wholesome main course. Whether you're looking to liven up a weeknight meal or impress guests with something unique, this Orange Sauce Beans recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes. Drain and transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves completely.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves (minced or finely chopped) and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour the orange juice mixture into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the orange sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2971 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1715 mg | 36% | |
*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.
