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    Homebody Eats » Recipes » Side Dish » Asian Green Beans

    Asian Green Beans

    Published: Aug 20, 2019 · Modified: Mar 17, 2022 by Jessica Mode · This post may contain affiliate links, which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through the link, at no extra cost to you. Please see full disclosure for more details.

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    Enjoy these Asian inspired green beans - they're going to be your new favorite side dish.

    green beans topped with caramelized onions and green onions.

    We are big fans of soy sauce in this house. Like, if I don't make some sort of Asian inspired recipe for two weeks, I might be sick. These green beans were inspired by my classic Asian marinade and pair perfectly with my grilled Asian skirt steak recipe.

    Dinner made simple

    I like to keep meals simple - a protein, a starch, and a vegetable..and maybe some fruit thrown in their if you are feeling fancy. It's too hard to come home on a weeknight and prepare a good source of protein (for us that is usually meat) and four different side dishes. Ain't nobody got time for that!

    When making a weeknight meal, I prefer to focus my attention on the protein of the meal, Asian skirt steak, and throw together easy side dishes such as a vegetable (the Asian style green beans in this recipe) and a starch (rice).

    Asian style green beans in blue serving bowl.

    Hot & ready

    It seems like a simple concept to get all of the food prepped and on the table at the same time, but over my years of cooking, this is something I've struggled with the most. Before you start cooking dinner, take 2 minutes to make a plan.

    • Look at the prep/cooking time of each dish
    • Read through the instructions ALL THE WAY THROUGH (I'm guilty of not reading until the very end)
    • Are there steps that are going to take a longer amount of time? Start on those first (i.e. setting a pot of water to boil)
    • Pre-cut all of your fruits and veggies
    • Have another family member set the table while you are cooking

    asian green beans and skirt steak

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    green beans topped with caramelized onions and green onions.

    Asian Green Beans

    Enjoy these Asian inspired green beans - they're going to be your new favorite side dish.
    Author: Jessica Mode
    5 from 1 vote
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    Active Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 4
    Calories 87 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 medium onion diced
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 3 tablespoon soy sauce (coconut aminos for gluten free)
    • garnish with sesame seeds and green onions

    Instructions
     

    • Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a 5 quart pot.
    • Heat olive oil in a skillet on medium heat.
    • Add onion to skillet. Sauté until onion is translucent and golden (about 5 minutes). Reduce to low heat. Add in the minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Turn heat to low until the green beans are ready to be added to the skillet.
    • Once the pot of water is boiling, add green beans and cook for 6 minutes in the boiling water. Drain.
    • Add green beans into the skillet, along with red pepper flakes and soy sauce. Cook on low for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
    • Serve in a bowl. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 764mgPotassium: 314mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 820IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Gabe

      January 5, 2022 at 4:48 PM

      5 stars
      Really quick, easy, and delicious side dish!

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