Spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans (辣炒四季豆)

辣炒四季豆 (Spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans) is a classic Hubei Cuisine dish that features tender green beans stir-fried with a spicy and flavorful sauce. This dish is perfect for adding a kick to your meal and pairs well with steamed rice.

Vegetarian Vegan Side Dish Hubei Spicy Stir Fry Green Beans Hubei Cuisine
Spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans (辣炒四季豆)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  3. Add the garlic, ginger, and red chilies, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the blanched green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar, and toss to coat the green beans evenly.
  6. Season with salt to taste and continue to stir-fry for another minute.
  7. Transfer the spicy stir-fried green beans to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Boiling pot

Tools

Stove Strainer Serving dish

Serving suggestions

Serve the 辣炒四季豆 (Spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans) as a side dish with steamed white rice and a main protein such as chicken, beef, or tofu.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, you can add more red chilies or a dash of chili oil to the stir-fry.

Cost

$8