GREEN BEANS AND WATER CHESTNUTS

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Make and share this Green Beans and Water Chestnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amber Dawn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, drimmed (about 5 cups)
2 teaspoons oil
1 tablespoon peeled chopped gingerroot (use a spoon to peel the gingerroot, then chop fine)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over high heat, bring to a boil enough water to cover beans.
  • Boil beans for 4 inutes. Drain and plunge into ice water to halt cooking; drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over high heat, swirling to coat bottom of pan.
  • Stir-fry water chestnuts for 1 minute.
  • Add garlic and ginger (don't let it brown).
  • Add beans and salt.
  • Cook until heated thoroughly, stirring constantly.
  • Serve on a platter.
  • Chef note: You can also leave out the water chestnuts and ginger and add a small can of Ro-Tel tomatoes and peppers to create a Mexican dish).

Manik Gos
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The water chestnuts added a nice crunch and sweetness.


Kutlwano Sxabbar Thuane
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover green beans.


Steven P. Miller (Gatekeeper-Watchman1)
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I love the way the water chestnuts add a pop of sweetness to this dish.


Hemant Karn I b I
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This dish is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special.


Collinj Klang
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I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into my diet.


Mun Ali
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


rifathasan Rifat
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Debbie juneau
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have a few extra in the fridge, and this is a delicious way to use them up.


Mama dou Harry
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of water chestnuts, but they were perfect in this recipe.


Wonder Land
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This is one of my favorite recipes for green beans. The water chestnuts add a nice crunch and sweetness.


Begum Khodeza
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something really special.


Crys Murphy
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I've made this dish countless times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Osaro Obasuyi
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These green beans and water chestnuts were a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.


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