Best 6 Asian Green Beans In A Snap Recipes

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If you're craving a quick and easy Asian dish, stir-fried green beans are a great option. This simple dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, and it's packed with flavor. The key to making great stir-fried green beans is to use fresh, crisp green beans and to cook them quickly over high heat. This will help them retain their bright green color and snappy texture. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, or carrots, to your stir-fry for a more colorful and flavorful dish.

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ASIAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS



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These Asian-style green beans are a tasty addition to any meal. The flavors of sesame oil and soy sauce work so well together! -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 8 ounces), thawed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar or honey
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green beans; cook and stir until heated through. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in soy sauce and sugar until sugar is dissolved. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts :

'CHINESE BUFFET' GREEN BEANS



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Every time my family and I go to a Chinese buffet we make a bee line for the green beans! This is a simple and tasty re-creation of that much loved side dish, goes well with any Asian meal. Make sure to slice the garlic, don't use a garlic press. Oyster sauce can be found in the Asian section of your grocery store, at an Asian grocery store, and online.

Provided by roweena

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon oil, peanut or sesame
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until the edges begin to brown, about 20 seconds. Add the green beans; cook and stir until the green beans begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sugar, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Continue cooking and stirring for several minutes until the beans have attained the desired degree of tenderness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 140.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ASIAN GREEN BEANS IN A SNAP



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Make and share this Asian Green Beans in a Snap recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Midwest Maven

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

14 1/2 ounces cut green beans, well drained (french cut or regular in a can)
1/4 cup minced onion (instant dried minced onion works well too)
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 -2 tablespoon soy sauce (depending on taste)
2 tablespoons bacon, crumbled (bacon bits work well)

Steps:

  • Cook the onion and garlic in a little oil until tender.
  • Add the soy sauce and green beans, and cook until hot, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in bacon and serve.

ASIAN GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Asian Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mhoey

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb fresh green beans
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Wash the beans and snap the ends off. Blanche them in boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Drain immediately and put into an ice cold water bath to retain crispness.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Pour over cooled green beans and refrigerate for at least half an hour, then serve. The longer they marinate the more intensely the flavors will develop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.6, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 254.9, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.6

ASIAN GREEN BEANS



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I love this easy no-stress side dish. These versatile Asian green beans will enhance any main course. -Harriet Stichter, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook green beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion and ginger in oil until tender. Stir broth mixture and add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Drain beans; add the beans, mushrooms and water chestnuts to skillet. Stir to coat. Just before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN-INSPIRED GREEN BEANS AND MUSHROOMS



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This quick and delicious green bean and mushroom side dish has just the right amount of tang and sweetness to complement any meal.

Provided by Laura Cotnoir

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chopped fresh mushrooms
3 cups chopped fresh green beans
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce, or to taste
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon sesame oil
2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
salt and ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add green beans and cook until bright green, about 3 minutes. Drain off excess water, if needed.
  • Add vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, hot sauce, salt, and pepper; saute until mushrooms are soft and beans are well coated, about 3 more minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 235 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans: Remove the ends of the green beans and any strings that run along the sides.
  • Blanch the green beans (optional): Blanching the green beans helps to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately remove the green beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Green beans can be stir-fried, steamed, roasted, or grilled. Each cooking method will produce a slightly different flavor and texture.
  • Add flavorings: Green beans can be seasoned with a variety of flavors, such as garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, or chili peppers.
  • Serve green beans as a side dish or main course: Green beans are a versatile vegetable that can be served as a side dish or main course. They can also be added to salads, soups, and stews.

Conclusion:

Green beans are a delicious and healthy vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With their mild flavor and crisp texture, they are a great addition to any meal. Whether you stir-fry them, steam them, roast them, or grill them, green beans are sure to please everyone at the table.

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