Spicy Szechuan Green Bean Stir-Fry (四川辣炒豆角)
四川辣炒豆角 (Spicy Szechuan Green Bean Stir-Fry) is a classic Hunan Cuisine dish known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. This stir-fry is a perfect combination of crispy green beans and savory Szechuan sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground Szechuan peppercorns
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Add the blanched green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are slightly charred and tender-crisp.
- Stir in the Szechuan sauce, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and Szechuan peppercorns. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Transfer the 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
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Tongs
Tools
Stove Ice bath (bowl of ice water)
Serving suggestions
Serve the spicy Szechuan green bean stir-fry with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
Cost
$8