Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsWild Ginger Downtown SeattleSichuan Green Beans Recipe

Sichuan Green Beans Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Stir-fried green beans in a savory Sichuan style.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and trim the green beans. Mince the garlic and ginger.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add Aromatics

    Add the minced garlic, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Stir-Fry the Green Beans

    Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they start to blister and become tender-crisp.

  5. 5

    Season the Beans

    Sprinkle in the soy sauce, chili flakes, and salt to taste. Stir well to coat the beans.

  6. 6

    Finish with Sesame Oil

    Drizzle the sesame oil over the beans and give them a final toss before removing from heat.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Transfer the stir-fried green beans to a serving dish and enjoy hot.

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