Bean Sprouts with Garlic (蒜蓉豆芽)

蒜蓉豆芽 (Bean Sprouts with Garlic) is a classic dish in Northeastern Chinese cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful combination of bean sprouts and garlic.

Bean Sprouts with Garlic (蒜蓉豆芽)

Ingredients

  • 400g bean sprouts
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse the bean sprouts and drain well.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
  4. Add bean sprouts, salt, and sugar. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the bean sprouts are tender-crisp.
  5. Drizzle with sesame oil and toss to combine.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
8g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Wok or skillet Cutting board Knife Serving dish

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the 蒜蓉豆芽 (Bean Sprouts with Garlic) as a side dish with steamed rice and a main protein such as chicken, pork, or tofu.

Tips & tricks

Be careful not to overcook the bean sprouts, as they should retain their crunchiness.

Cost

$3