Ingredients for Asian Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- Vegetable Oil (not used in this recipe)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove minced garlic
- salt (for blanching water)
- ice water (for ice bath)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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How to Make Asian Green Beans
- Wash 1 pound of green beans and snap off the ends.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green but still crisp.
- Immediately drain the green beans and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain their vibrant color and crunch. Let them sit in the ice bath for 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic.
- Drain the chilled green beans thoroughly. Pour the dressing over the green beans and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The longer they marinate (up to 2 hours), the more intense the flavors will be. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g