Wok Seared Sesame Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with Wok Seared Sesame Green Beans, a quick and flavorful recipe that packs a punch with every bite. Fresh green beans are expertly stir-fried in a sizzling hot wok until tender-crisp, then infused with the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger. A savory glaze made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey adds the perfect balance of umami and sweetness, while optional red pepper flakes bring a subtle kick of heat. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this dish delivers irresistible crunch and depth of flavor. Ready in under 20 minutes, these sesame green beans are perfect as a vibrant side or light vegetarian main.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1.5 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing the tough ends.
Heat a wok over medium-high heat until very hot, then add the vegetable oil and sesame oil. Swirl to coat the bottom of the wok.
Add the trimmed green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until they start to blister in spots and become slightly tender but still crisp.
Push the green beans to the sides of the wok, creating a space in the center. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the center and stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl. Pour this mixture over the green beans and toss to coat evenly.
Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the green beans are glazed and tender-crisp.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the green beans and give them a final toss.
Transfer the green beans to a serving plate and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1182 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1151 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.
