Braised Four Seasons Beans
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Braised Four Seasons Beans

timer 10 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Braised Four Seasons Beans

About This Recipe

Crisp, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, these Stir-Fried Green Beans are a delicious and easy side dish that pairs well with any meal. Fresh green beans are blanched to retain their vibrant color and crisp-tender texture, then stir-fried with aromatic ginger and garlic for a fragrant base. A splash of light soy sauce adds umami depth, while a touch of sugar balances the savory notes. Simmered just until the sauce reduces, the beans soak up all the delicious flavors, finishing with a hint of chicken essence for extra richness. This quick and healthy recipe highlights the natural sweetness of green beans while delivering a satisfying, restaurant-quality taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a standout side at your next dinner gathering!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • green beans 300g
The aromatics
  • ginger 10g (sliced)
  • garlic 5g (minced)
The sauce & seasonings
  • vegetable oil 1 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • chicken essence 0.5 tsp
  • sugar 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Remove the strings from the green beans, wash them clean, and break them into inch-long pieces.
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Step 2
Step 2
Pour clear water into a pot, add a small amount of salt and oil, bring to a boil, then blanch the green beans for 3 minutes.
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Step 3
Step 3
Remove the blanched green beans from the water.
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Step 4
Step 4
Heat a wok, add an appropriate amount of vegetable oil, then add sliced ginger and garlic and stir-fry over low heat until fragrant.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add the blanched green beans to the wok and stir-fry.
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Step 6
Step 6
Add an appropriate amount of light soy sauce and continue to stir-fry.
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Step 7
Step 7
Add an appropriate amount of salt.
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Step 8
Step 8
Pour in an appropriate amount of clear water, just enough to cover half of the green beans; cover the lid, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat.
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Step 9
Step 9
When the sauce is reduced to 1/3, add an appropriate amount of sugar and stir-fry evenly.
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Step 10
Step 10
After the sauce is collected, add an appropriate amount of chicken essence.
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Step 11
Step 11
Stir-fry evenly, then serve.

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