Best 4 Fresh Sesame Green Beans Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the Orient with our collection of fresh sesame green beans recipes, where vibrant flavors dance on your palate. Discover the art of stir-frying, where crisp green beans are tossed in a symphony of aromatic sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, creating a simple yet tantalizing dish. Embark on a more elaborate culinary adventure with our Szechuan green beans, where the heat of chili peppers ignites your taste buds, balanced by the nutty sesame paste and a hint of sweetness. For a taste of tradition, try our classic Chinese green beans, where the humble vegetable is elevated with a savory sauce of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

This culinary expedition also features a unique take on green beans with our sesame green beans salad, a refreshing medley of blanched green beans tossed in a zesty dressing of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey. And for those with a penchant for bold flavors, our spicy Szechuan green beans promise an explosion of heat and tang, where the fiery kiss of chili peppers meets the rich, nutty embrace of sesame paste.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SAUTEED GARDEN FRESH GREEN BEANS



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This is a great way to cook fresh green beans. This recipe is very basic, but can easily be jazzed up with some onions, fresh garlic, mushrooms - let your imagination run wild! This recipe also is very good for fresh asparagus.

Provided by Cookin Ray

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
¾ pound fresh green beans, trimmed
½ teaspoon onion salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green beans, onion salt, garlic salt, garlic powder, and black pepper together until desired tenderness is reached, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 458.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SESAME GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds green beans, washed and trimmed
1 tablespoon wok or vegetable oil, 1 turn of the pan in a slow stream
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil, several drops or a drizzle
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (a handful)
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Steam green beans covered in 1/2-inch boiling water for 2 minutes. Transfer beans to a colander and run under cold water. Drain well.
  • Heat a wok shaped skillet or large nonstick frying pan over high heat. Go once-around-the-pan with wok or vegetable oil, add several drops sesame oil, and crushed pepper flakes. The pan will smoke. Add beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add sesame seeds and coarse salt and toss to coat beans evenly.

JAPANESE-STYLE SESAME GREEN BEANS



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I discovered this dish at my mother-in-law's house during a family holiday buffet. Her being Japanese, she had many friends who brought wonderful Japanese dishes, and this was and has remained one of my favorites. It's light and fresh any time of the year.

Provided by Cooking_Muse

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
1 pound fresh green beans, washed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Warm a large skillet or wok over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, pour in canola and sesame oils, then place whole green beans into the skillet. Stir the beans to coat with oil. Cook until the beans are bright green and slightly browned in spots, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce; cover, and let sit about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 232.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SESAME GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 medium shallots, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the beans, and cook, uncovered, until just tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, set aside.
  • Whisk the soy sauce, water, sesame oil, cornstarch, and pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  • Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Add the shallots, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds and cook until the vegetables are golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in the green beans and soy sauce mixture, bring to a boil, and cook until the green beans glaze, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with the vinegar and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans. Avoid beans that are limp, wilted, or have blemishes.
  • Trim the green beans by removing the stem ends. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired.
  • Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to ice water to stop the cooking process. This will help the beans retain their bright green color and crisp texture.
  • Make sure to use a well-seasoned wok or skillet for stir-frying. This will help prevent the beans from sticking to the pan.
  • Add the sesame seeds at the end of the cooking process so that they don't burn.
  • Serve the green beans immediately, garnished with additional sesame seeds if desired.

Conclusion:

Sesame green beans are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them spicy, sweet, or savory, there is a sesame green bean recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give sesame green beans a try.

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