Best 6 Green Bean Sauce Recipes

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Green bean sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes. It is typically made with fresh green beans, garlic, onion, and spices, and can be used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or stir-fry sauce. Whether you are looking for a simple and easy recipe or something more complex and flavorful, there is sure to be a green bean sauce recipe that is perfect for you.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN WITH GREEN PEPPERS IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE



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A classic Chinese dish, one of my favourites. Serve over a bed of rice.

Provided by Stephen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
4 cloves garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
6 tablespoons black bean sauce
1 teaspoon salt
¾ pound skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
1 cube chicken bouillon dissolved in
½ cup boiling water
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 green bell pepper, diced
1 ½ tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in
3 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat a wok over a medium heat until hot, add the toasted sesame oil and heat for about 30 seconds. Stir in garlic and black bean sauce, and season with salt. Add chicken to the wok; cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is cooked through. Pour in dissolved chicken bouillon, cover, and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Stir in onion, green onions, and bell pepper, and season with soy sauce and black pepper. Cover, and cook for 8 minutes. Stir in cornstarch mixture, and stir until sauce thickens. Stir in cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1421.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE



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This is one of Rachael Ray's favorite takeout dishes--Chicken with Green Beans in Black Bean Sauce. Rachael says making takeout-style food at home allows you to control the quality and amount of ingredients.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 1/4 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups organic white basmati
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4)
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons Shaoxing or sherry
About 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons ground Sichuan pepper or coarse ground black pepper
Salt
1 bag (12 ounces) trimmed green beans, halved across on bias
About 1/4 cup Shaoxing or sherry
About 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce
About 1 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1/3 cup black bean sauce or black bean garlic sauce
About 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons safflower or peanut oil or other high-temp cooking oil
2 large shallots, chopped or 1 leek, thinly sliced
2 inches ginger root, peeled with tip of spoon and cut into matchsticks or chopped
4 large cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced or chopped
About 1/2 cup fermented black beans, optional
1 cup chicken brodo or bone broth
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
Toasted sesame seeds, about 1/4 cup, to garnish

Steps:

  • For the rice: Bring stock and rice to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook 18 minutes, shaking pot occasionally.
  • For the chicken and green beans: On a gel board, halve chicken breasts horizontally, then thinly slice.
  • In a medium glass mixing bowl, whisk up light soy, Shaoxing, cornstarch and peppercorn, add chicken and coat evenly.
  • Bring a few inches of water to boil in a deep skillet. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Place a strainer in sink.
  • Salt the water. Boil the green beans 3 to 4 minutes, drain and cold-shock in cold water, then drain again.
  • For the stir-fry sauce: In a second medium bowl, whisk up the Shaoxing or sherry, light and dark soy, black bean sauce and cornstarch.
  • For the stir-fry: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high to high heat with about 2 tablespoons high-temperature cooking oil. Add chicken and brown (in 2 batches if pan is not large enough to brown without overcrowding), about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a platter and add 2 tablespoons more oil, 2 turns of the pan. Add green beans and toss a couple of minutes. Add shallots or leeks, ginger, garlic, fermented black beans if using and chicken brodo and toss 1 to 2 minutes. Add stir-fry sauce and toss. Reduce heat to simmer, add chicken back to pan and toss to combine.
  • Line shallow bowls or plates with rice and make a well for the chicken and beans. Drizzle with sesame oil and top with sesame seeds.

GREEN BEANS IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE



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Categories     Bean

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbs. reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 Tbs. Chinese black bean sauce (such as Lee Kum Kee brand)
1 Tbs. rice vinegar
2 tsp. Asian sesame oil
1 tsp. granulated sugar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 lb. haricots verts, trimmed
Kosher salt
2 Tbs. minced ginger
1 medium clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, black bean sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar, and set aside. Heat the canola oil in a large (12-inch) straight-sided sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the beans, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. salt, and cook, tossing occasionally, until most of the beans are browned, shrunken, and tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the ginger and garlic; cook for about 45 seconds. Add the soy sauce mixture to the pan, cook for another 30 seconds, until the beans are coated and the sauce is warmed through, and serve.

GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH TUNA SAUCE AND OLIVES



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Categories     Salad     Blender     Bean     Olive     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Tuna     Green Bean     Summer     Healthy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound green beans, trimmed
1 (3-ounce) can white tuna packed in oil, drained and flaked
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
2 tablespoons Niçoise or other small brine-cured black olives
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately transfer to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. When beans are cold, drain and pat dry with paper towels, then arrange on a platter and season with salt.
  • Purée tuna with olive oil, water, lemon juice, and anchovy paste in a blender, scraping down sides as necessary, until very smooth. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over beans. Scatter olives and parsley leaves on top.

GREEN BEAN SAUCE



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Flavorful sauce that can be put on green beans, asparagus, broccoli, etc.

Provided by Rachael Barney Smith

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon prepared horseradish
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 pinch dried parsley, or to taste
1 dash Worcestershire sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the eggs, mayonnaise, horseradish, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, parsley, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 246.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHICKEN AND GREEN BEANS WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Stir-Fry     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup oyster sauce
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine
White pepper to taste
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 chicken cutlets, chopped
1 tbsp. sesame oil
5 cloves garlic
1 bud ginger
1 shallot
2 scallions
1 lb. string beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup black bean sauce
2 chopped jalapenos

Steps:

  • Mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, wine, pepper, and sugar. Split sauce in half. Marinate chicken in one half of sauce for 1 hour and reserve remainder. Heat oil in wok for 1 minute. Chop garlic, ginger, shallot, and scallion in food processor. Add to oil and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken and cook 5 minutes. Add green beans and cook 1 minute. Add black bean sauce, jalapenos, and reserved marinade. Cover and cook for 1 minute.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans. Avoid beans that are wilted, bruised, or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans by snapping off the ends. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the ends.
  • Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Make sure to use a high-quality olive oil. This will give the sauce a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Add some lemon juice or white wine to the sauce for a brighter flavor.
  • Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the green bean sauce immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Green bean sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing sauce for grilled chicken or fish, or a rich and flavorful sauce for pasta or vegetables, green bean sauce is a great option. So next time you are looking for a new sauce to try, give green bean sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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