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Crack Green Beans Recipe: Quick & Delicious green beans in a bowl.
Lady Maria

Addictive Crack Green Beans

These green beans are transformed into an irresistible culinary masterpiece with a savory-sweet sauce. The perfect balance of soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic creates an addictive flavor that will have everyone begging for more. Quick and easy to make, these green beans are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 175
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • tongs
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Wash and trim the green beans, ensuring they are roughly the same length for even cooking.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp and vibrant green.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes until the brown sugar is fully dissolved.
  6. Pour the sauce over the green beans and stir well to coat.
  7. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and the green beans are evenly coated and glistening.
  8. Stir in the sesame oil for a nutty aroma and flavor.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, keeping in mind the soy sauce is already salty.
  10. Garnish with sesame seeds (optional).
  11. Serve immediately for maximum flavor and crispness.

Notes

For best results, don't overcook the green beans; they should be tender-crisp. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. Freshly minced garlic is essential for the best flavor. Sesame oil adds a unique and essential flavor. You can prepare the green beans and sauce ahead of time. Store leftover green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently.