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Oriental Green Beans Recipe 🥢
Overview:
Enjoy the delightful flavors of this Oriental Green Beans recipe, a healthy and quick dish that’s perfect for any mealtime. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, it’s ideal for busy days or when you’re craving a nutritious side dish. These green beans are cooked to perfection, tender and infused with a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from sugar. Plus, at only 67.9 calories per serving and loaded with fiber, they’re a guilt-free indulgence that won’t disappoint! 🌱🍽️
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Cuisine: Oriental
- Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds green beans
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 67.9
- Fat Content: 2.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 510.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.3g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 2.5g
- Protein Content: 3.2g
Instructions:
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Boil Green Beans:
- In a large pot of rapidly boiling water, cook green beans until just tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
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Prepare Soy Sauce Mixture:
- While the beans are cooking, in a small bowl, combine soy sauce, granulated sugar, and minced garlic; set aside.
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Drain Beans:
- Drain the cooked green beans and set them aside.
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Prepare Skillet:
- Spray a wok or a 10-inch skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place it over medium-high heat.
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Cook Garlic:
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until softened, for about 20-30 seconds.
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Add Green Beans:
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet and cook, stirring and turning constantly, until well coated, for about 2 minutes.
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Incorporate Soy Sauce Mixture:
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the green beans in the skillet.
- Continue to stir and turn until most of the liquid is absorbed, approximately 1-2 minutes.
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Serve Hot:
- Once the green beans are tender and coated with the savory sauce, remove from heat and serve immediately.
Tips:
- For a hint of heat, add a dash of red pepper flakes or sriracha to the soy sauce mixture.
- To make this dish even healthier, you can use low-sodium soy sauce or substitute with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Customize the recipe by adding sliced onions, bell peppers, or your favorite vegetables for extra flavor and nutrients.