Get ready to elevate your vegetable side dish from boring to absolutely crave-worthy! This Asian-inspired Stir Fried Green Beans with Ginger and Garlic recipe is a game-changer that will make you fall in love with green beans all over again. With just 15 minutes of total cooking time, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's bursting with vibrant flavors, crisp texture, and an irresistible aroma that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Minced the garlic and ginger finely. This will help release their flavors during cooking. Set them aside in separate small bowls for easy access.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the vegetable oil and allow it to heat for about 30 seconds until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 15 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn, as burnt garlic can impart a bitter flavor.
- Next, add the minced ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for another 15 seconds, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Immediately add the trimmed green beans to the skillet. Toss them in the oil, garlic, and ginger mixture to coat evenly. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and tender-crisp. Stir frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Once the green beans are cooked to your liking, drizzle the soy sauce over them. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the soy sauce to coat the beans and enhance their flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remember that the soy sauce already adds some saltiness, so adjust accordingly.
- Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the stir-fried green beans to a serving dish. Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice as part of a larger meal.
Tips
- Dry Your Green Beans Thoroughly: Moisture is the enemy of a good stir-fry. Pat your green beans completely dry to ensure they get a perfect crisp-tender texture and develop beautiful caramelization.
- Use High Heat: A hot pan is crucial for achieving that classic stir-fry sear. Make sure your skillet or wok is properly heated before adding ingredients.
- Prep Ingredients in Advance: Stir-frying happens quickly, so have all your ingredients chopped and ready to go before you start cooking.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Watch Your Garlic: Garlic burns easily, so keep it moving and add ginger immediately to prevent burning.
- Taste and Adjust: Always taste and adjust seasoning at the end. The soy sauce adds saltiness, so add additional salt sparingly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
