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Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce

Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce: Quick & Savory Delight

Discover a quick recipe for Chinese Green Beans with Garlic Sauce, a vegetarian side dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Can substitute for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth) Water can be used if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch No substitution required.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Neutral oil can be used for milder flavor.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1/4 cup Peanut Oil (or other frying oil) Safflower or avocado oil are good alternatives.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Chinese long beans can be substituted.

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare ingredients by trimming green bean ends and chopping garlic.
  2. Heat peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Stir-fry green beans for 3 to 5 minutes until blistered and tender.
  4. Combine soy sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  5. Pour garlic sauce over cooked green beans and toss for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve immediately alongside rice or protein of choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the most flavorful result. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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