Chinese Garlic Green Beans Recipe
A flavorful and aromatic Chinese Garlic Green Beans recipe that is quick and easy to make. Crispy green beans are stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce for a delicious side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Green Beans:
- 1 lb green beans, stem ends trimmed
For the Stir-Fry:
- 3 Tbsp peanut or vegetable oil (or avocado oil)
- 6 cloves garlic, finely minced (¼ cup)
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger (optional)
- 1 Tbsp chicken broth
- 1 tsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- Optional: chili flakes or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Pat the green beans dry to help them blister better without splattering.
- Stir-Fry the Beans: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add green beans in a single layer, sprinkle with salt, and let cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until one side blisters and chars.
- Cook the Beans: Toss and continue to cook, turning occasionally, until most beans are blistered and tender (about 3–5 minutes total).
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Push beans to the side, lower heat to medium, and add garlic and optional ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Season and Garnish: Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine, scraping up browned bits. Toss to coat beans and heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning, then transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with chili flakes or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chinese Garlic Green Beans, Stir-Fried Green Beans, Asian Side Dish
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