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Wok-Fried Green Beans with Garlic Sauce

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Make restaurant-style blistered green beans quickly in a wok or skillet with a savory garlic soy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the vegetable oil.
  2. Add the trimmed green beans to the hot wok in a single layer if possible. Cook without stirring for 2-3 minutes to allow the beans to blister and char slightly.
  3. Toss the beans and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  4. Push the beans to one side of the wok. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty space and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and water or broth.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the beans and aromatics. Toss everything quickly to coat. Cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes with the garlic.
  • If you do not have a wok, use a heavy-bottomed skillet and work in batches to avoid overcrowding, which prevents proper blistering.
  • Pair these beans with fried rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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