Acehnese Spicy Green Bean Stir-fry

Acehnese Spicy Green Bean Stir-Fry is a delicious and vibrant dish from Acehnese Cuisine that is packed with flavor and heat. This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for a weeknight dinner and pairs well with steamed rice.

Acehnese Spicy Green Bean Stir-fry

Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chilies, and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the green beans and shrimp paste, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the green beans are tender-crisp.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, sugar, and salt, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the stir-fried green beans to a serving dish and serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Protein
5g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Serving dish

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Acehnese Spicy Green Bean Stir-Fry with steamed white rice and a side of sambal for an authentic Acehnese meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to stir-fry the green beans over high heat to maintain their vibrant green color and crisp texture.

Cost

$8