GREEN BEANS AND WATER CHESTNUTS

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Make and share this Green Beans and Water Chestnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amber Dawn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, drimmed (about 5 cups)
2 teaspoons oil
1 tablespoon peeled chopped gingerroot (use a spoon to peel the gingerroot, then chop fine)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over high heat, bring to a boil enough water to cover beans.
  • Boil beans for 4 inutes. Drain and plunge into ice water to halt cooking; drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over high heat, swirling to coat bottom of pan.
  • Stir-fry water chestnuts for 1 minute.
  • Add garlic and ginger (don't let it brown).
  • Add beans and salt.
  • Cook until heated thoroughly, stirring constantly.
  • Serve on a platter.
  • Chef note: You can also leave out the water chestnuts and ginger and add a small can of Ro-Tel tomatoes and peppers to create a Mexican dish).

Md Parvis
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This is a delicious and healthy recipe. I highly recommend it.


Numan Umar
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mercy Muthoni
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


rayan ali
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I love the crunch of the water chestnuts in this dish. It's a great way to add some texture to your meal.


Sk Ripon Saha
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing.


Protik Dev
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover green beans.


Awesomecharmcave 08
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I made this dish for my picky eater and she loved it! She even asked for seconds.


Osama Afzal
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This is a great recipe for a healthy side dish. The green beans are packed with nutrients and the water chestnuts are a good source of fiber.


Candy Birman
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I love this recipe. The water chestnuts add a nice sweetness that balances out the bitterness of the green beans.


Khair hassan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it's so flavorful.


Anthony Sus
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even Thanksgiving dinner.


Shah Lasani
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook green beans and this recipe is a keeper! The water chestnuts add a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoy.


Mohsine Ouffata
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The green beans were cooked perfectly and the water chestnuts added a nice crunch.


Ava Groves
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This is a great recipe! I love the combination of green beans and water chestnuts. The dish is also very easy to make.


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