Garlic String Beans (蒜蓉四季豆） Recipe
Make Garlic String Beans (蒜蓉四季豆） Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Garlic
Condiments
Cooking Oil
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the String Beans
Rinse the string beans thoroughly under cold water. Trim the ends by cutting off the tips of the beans.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and finely chop them or use a garlic press to mince them.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4
Cook the String Beans
Add the prepared string beans to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- 5
Season
Pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper over the beans. Toss everything together to evenly coat the string beans with the sauce.
- 6
Finish Cooking
Continue to stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beans are well-coated and heated through.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Dish
Transfer the garlic string beans to a serving dish. Enjoy them hot as a side dish with rice or your favorite protein.
