Spicy Green Beans
Transform your dinner table with these mouthwatering Spicy Green Beans, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s equal parts zesty, garlicky, and delightfully crisp. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and features fresh green beans stir-fried with aromatic garlic and ginger, then tossed in a savory-sweet soy sauce mixture with a spicy kick from sriracha and red chili flakes. The sesame oil adds a subtle nuttiness, while a drizzle of honey balances the heat. Finished with optional sesame seeds for a touch of crunch, these green beans are a perfect accompaniment to rice, noodles, or your favorite protein. Whether you’re craving a spicy veggie boost or a crowd-pleasing Asian-inspired dish, this recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Green beans (trimmed)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing any tough ends. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sriracha, sesame oil, honey, and water. Set the sauce aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender, but still crisp.
Sprinkle the red chili flakes over the green beans and stir to combine.
Pour the prepared sauce over the green beans and toss to coat evenly. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to slightly thicken and coat the beans.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spicy green beans to a serving dish.
Garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1594 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*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.
