Chopped Chili Garlic Green Beans Recipe
Here’s a simple, bold, and flavorful Chopped Chili Garlic Green Beans recipe-perfect as a quick side dish with an Asian-inspired meal or even over rice for a light bite.
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Ingredients:
500g (1 lb) fresh green beans, trimmed and chopped into 1-2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for a nuttier flavor)
4-5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1-2 fresh red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to heat preference)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce for vegetarians)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional, for tang)
1/2 teaspoon sugar (to balance flavors)
Salt, to taste
Optional Garnish:
Toasted sesame seeds
Sliced green onions
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Instructions:
Prepare the Green Beans:
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the chopped green beans for 2-3 minutes, until they are bright green but still crisp.
Drain and set aside. (You can skip this step if you prefer extra crunch.)
Cook the Aromatics:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add chopped garlic and chilies, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn the garlic).
Stir-Fry the Green Beans:
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
Add Seasonings:
Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar (if using), and sugar.
Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the beans are coated and slightly caramelized.
Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice.
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Tips:
For extra spice, add a teaspoon of chili paste or chili oil with the garlic.
If you like a smoky flavor, char the green beans in a hot, dry pan before stir-frying.
Works well with long beans or French beans, too.
