Asian Green Beans
These sweet and spicy Asian Green Beans are a great way to add big flavor and Asian flair to any meal. They're super versatile and so delicious!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 65kcal
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons less sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten free
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- sesame seeds optional garnish
Instructions
Partially Cook the Green Beans
- Use one of these methods to soften the green beans a bit before they are stir-fried.Steam: Place a steamer basket over a pot of water and bring the water to a boil. Add the green beans and steam for 3 to 4 minutes, or until just beginning to get tender (they will cook more later).Microwave: Place the green beans in a microwave-safe dish. Add ¼ cup water and cover dish with a paper towel. Cook, covered, in microwave for 1 ½ to 2 minutes, until barely softened.
- Turn the partially cooked grean beans out on to a double layer of paper towels and blot them dry.
Stir Fry
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over MEDIUM-HIGH heat. Add the green beans, and cook. stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, garlic, and honey. Reduce heat to MEDIUM and continue cooking and stirring 2 to 3 minutes, or until the green beans are fork tender. Be careful not to overcook.
- Serve right from the pan or transfer them to a serving bowl with all of the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 481mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 587IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg