Spicy Chinese Sichuan Green Beans are the perfect easy side dish to your favorite Chinese meal and they’re a breeze to make with just a few ingredients.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Green beans, trimmed | 1 pound |
| Canola oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Chili garlic paste | 2 teaspoons |
| Green onions, thinly sliced - white parts only | 2 |
| Garlic, thinly sliced | 1 tablespoon |
| Soy sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| Rice vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Sesame seeds (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions
To a wok add the canola oil and heat on medium-high heat.
Add the green beans and stir fry them for 3-5 minutes or until they start to shrivel up a bit.
Add in the garlic, green onions, chili-garlic paste and stir to combine.
Cook the garlic mixture for 30 seconds to a minute then add in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, water and chili flakes.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until most of the liquids are completely cooked off.
Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 516mg | Potassium: 284mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 915IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.5mg
Source: Dinner Then Dessert