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Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce

Savor the Crunch: Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce

Enjoy a quick and flavorful vegetarian side with these Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce, ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use low-sodium for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons broth chicken, beef, or vegetable
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for thickening
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil toasted for deeper flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Green Beans
  • 1 pound green beans substitute with Chinese long beans if desired
  • 2 tablespoons oil peanut, avocado, or safflower for frying

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by trimming the ends off the green beans and mincing the garlic.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the green beans and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Push the green beans to the side and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour the sauce over the green beans and stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve warm alongside rice or your favorite dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of soy sauce.

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