Imagine a dish that combines the crisp, vibrant crunch of green beans with the peppery bite of radishes, all dancing together in a sizzling wok of Asian-inspired magic. This Stir Fried Green Beans with Radishes recipe is not just a side dish – it's a flavor explosion that will elevate your meal from ordinary to extraordinary in just 15 minutes. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a restaurant-quality vegetable dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup radishes, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all ingredients: trim the green beans by cutting off the tough ends, slice radishes thinly, and mince the garlic cloves.
- Heat a large wok or wide skillet over high heat. Add sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan's surface.
- When the oil is hot and shimmering, add minced garlic and quickly stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add green beans to the hot pan and stir-fry continuously, tossing and moving them quickly to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Cook green beans for approximately 4-5 minutes, maintaining high heat, until they become bright green and start to develop slight char marks.
- Add sliced radishes and continue stir-frying for an additional 2-3 minutes until radishes are slightly softened but still crisp.
- Pour soy sauce over the vegetables and toss quickly to ensure even coating and flavor distribution.
- Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a serving platter, ensuring vegetables remain crisp and vibrant.
- Serve hot as a side dish, garnishing with optional sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Have all your ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. Stir-frying moves quickly, and you don't want to burn your garlic while searching for ingredients.
- High Heat is Your Friend: Use a wok or a wide skillet and ensure it's smoking hot before adding oil. This guarantees those beautiful char marks and crisp vegetables.
- Keep Things Moving: Constant stirring prevents burning and ensures even cooking. Think of it like a culinary dance – keep those ingredients moving!
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if necessary. Overcrowding leads to steaming instead of stir-frying, which kills the crisp texture.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The shorter cooking time means each ingredient's flavor really shines, so choose the freshest green beans and radishes you can find.Pro tip: For an extra flavor boost, try adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or a dash of chili flakes just before serving!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 50kcal
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
