Sichuan Green Beans

6 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup chopped shallots
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation: Cook beans in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold running water; drain. Pat beans completely dry with paper towels.
Heat a 14-inch wok over high heat. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to wok, swirling to coat. Add green beans to wok; stir-fry 3 minutes or until browned. spoon green beans into a bowl.
Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to wok, swirling to coat. Add shallots, garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper; stir-fry 15 seconds or just until garlic begins to brown. Return green beans to wok. Add vinegar, soy sauce, and salt to wok; toss to combine.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serv. Size: About 1/2 cup

Amount Per Serving

Cals: 60 From Fat: 42

Total Fat: 2.8g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 287mg

Total Carb: 7.4g

Dietary Fiber: 2.9g

Sugars: na

Protein: 1.3g

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