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Crack Green Beans

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A delightful side dish featuring fresh green beans sautéed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh green beans
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (like avocado, canola, or grapeseed)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
  • 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 2 tbsp water (for steaming/sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Start by trimming the ends off the fresh green beans, washing them under cold water, and laying them to dry. Mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the green onions thinly.
  2. Mix your sauces: In a bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, light brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes until combined. Prepare the cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with one tablespoon of water until smooth.
  3. Sauté the green beans: Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the green beans and sauté for about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add aromatics: Push the sautéed beans to one side of the skillet. In the cleared space, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds to a minute.
  5. Combine and cook: Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and two tablespoons of water over the green beans, tossing everything together. Let the mixture bubble for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Thicken the sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry, mixing it into the dish until the sauce thickens, which should take about 30-60 seconds.
  7. Finish and serve: Drizzle with sesame oil, toss with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra texture, consider adding nuts or bell peppers. Ensure not to overcook the beans to retain their color and crunch.

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