Description
Sesame garlic green beans are a quick and vibrant side dish that perfectly combines the crunch of fresh green beans with the aromatic flavors of garlic and toasted sesame oil. This recipe is not only easy to make, but it also adds a delightful pop of color and flavor to any meal, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve these delicious green beans alongside your favorite protein, and watch them become the star of the dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse and trim the green beans, then set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the green beans and sauté for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and brown sugar, then pour over the green beans and stir well.
- Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve warm topped with toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (130g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider adding tofu or shrimp during cooking. Customize by adding crushed red pepper for heat or swapping sesame oil with olive oil.