Description
Try this delicious Chinese string beans recipe from Tales Of A Kitchen, perfect for a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal. Ideal for any Asian cuisine lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound string beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the String Beans: Wash and trim the string beans. Cut them into 2-inch pieces if they are too long.
- Blanch the String Beans: In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the string beans for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water. Set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the Chinese garlic green beans and ginger and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the String Beans: Add the blanched string beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the sauce mixture and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the beans are well-coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes. If using, add the red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of rice vinegar or a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg