Stir-fried Beans
Cold Dishes

Stir-fried Beans

timer 15 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Stir-fried Beans

About This Recipe

This refreshing and flavorful blanched beans with garlic sauce is a simple yet irresistible dish that highlights the natural crunch of fresh beans paired with a bold, aromatic dressing. The beans are blanched to perfection—crisp-tender and vibrant—then shocked in an ice bath to lock in their bright color and texture. The star of the dish is the rich, savory garlic sauce, made by blending fresh garlic paste with light soy sauce, vinegar, and nutty sesame oil for a punchy kick. A creamy sesame paste drizzle adds depth and a velvety finish, balancing the sharpness of the garlic. Quick to prepare yet packed with layers of umami and freshness, this dish is perfect as a light appetizer or a healthy side. Ideal for warm days or whenever you crave a vibrant, no-fuss recipe that bursts with flavor!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • beans 200g
The aromatics
  • garlic 3 cloves
The sauce & seasonings
  • sesame paste 2 tbsp
  • salt 1/2 tsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • vinegar 1 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • water 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Remove the head and tail of the beans, wash them clean, and peel the garlic.
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Step 2
Step 2
Boil water in a pot, blanch the beans briefly, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath.
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Step 3
Step 3
Grind the garlic into a paste, mix with salt, light soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil to make a sauce. Also, mix sesame paste with a small amount of salt and water.
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Step 4
Step 4
Drain the water from the beans, cut them into segments (length according to personal preference), and drizzle with garlic sauce and sesame paste.

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