Szechwan Green Beans
Bring bold, fiery flavors to your table with this Szechwan Green Beans recipe, a tantalizing dish infused with the irresistible heat of Szechwan peppercorns and dried red chilies. Perfect for stir-fry enthusiasts, this quick and easy recipe features crisp-tender green beans charred to perfection, enveloped in a fragrant sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. The aromatic blend of minced garlic and fresh ginger provides depth, while scallions add a pop of freshness to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is an excellent side dish or vegetarian main that packs a punch of authentic Asian spice. Ideal for weeknight meals or a vibrant addition to your dinner spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Szechwan peppercorns
- 3 pieces dried red chilies
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 pieces scallions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel to ensure they're not wet before cooking.
Finely mince the garlic and ginger. Slice the scallions into thin rounds and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Add the Szechwan peppercorns to the oil and let them sizzle for 30 seconds until aromatic. Then, toss in the dried red chilies and stir for 10 seconds to release their flavor.
Increase the heat to high and add the green beans to the wok. Stir-fry them for about 5-7 minutes until charred in spots and tender-crisp.
Push the green beans to one side of the wok. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the empty side and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and salt. Pour this sauce over the green beans and toss well to coat evenly.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the wok from heat. Sprinkle the sliced scallions over the green beans and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2915 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1348 mg | 29% | |
*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.
