Name: Quick Stir Fried Green Beans Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free); 1 ½ teaspoons chili garlic sauce; 2 teaspoons avocado oil (or canola or grapeseed oil); 2 tablespoons minced ginger; 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 ½-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced

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Introduction

This quick stir-fried green beans recipe is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With a spicy kick from chili garlic sauce and a fragrant touch of ginger and sesame oil, it transforms simple green beans into a delicious treat.

A plate of cooked green beans with grill marks, showing a bright green color with some charred dark spots, served on a white plate with a smooth texture. The green beans are stacked in a loose pile with a light shine on their surface, and there are small pieces of seasoning scattered around them. The plate rests on a folded purple cloth on a white marbled surface. A pair of light-colored chopsticks lies on top of the plate near the back edge, adding a simple but elegant touch. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 ½ teaspoons chili garlic sauce
2 teaspoons avocado oil (or canola or grapeseed oil)
2 tablespoons minced ginger
1 pound green beans (trimmed & cut into 1 ½-inch pieces)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 garlic cloves (minced)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce (or tamari) and chili garlic sauce. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat a nonstick wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the avocado oil and heat briefly.
Step 3: Add the minced ginger and green beans, stirring to coat the beans evenly with oil.
Step 4: Spread out the green beans in the pan and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring every 45 seconds, until they are slightly blackened and just tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 5: Stir in the sesame oil and garlic, cooking while stirring constantly for 1 minute.
Step 6: Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir until everything is well combined. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add sliced almonds or toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
If you prefer less heat, reduce the chili garlic sauce or substitute with milder chili paste.
Try swapping green beans for snap peas or asparagus for a different twist.
Using fresh ginger adds the best flavor, but ground ginger can be used in a pinch.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispness, avoiding the microwave to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

The image shows a pan filled with cooked green beans that have some charred black spots, giving them a slightly burnt texture. The green beans are bright green and appear fresh and shiny with oil coating them. A wooden spatula is partially stirring the green beans from the right side, and the pan has a dark grey, smooth surface. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh garlic instead of minced garlic?

Yes, fresh garlic is recommended for the best flavor. Just mince it finely before adding it to the pan as directed.

What can I substitute for avocado oil?

You can use canola oil, grapeseed oil, or any neutral oil with a high smoke point as a substitute for avocado oil in this recipe.