Clove Kitchen’s quick chilli sesame green beans are fast, flavourful, and the perfect way to make veggies the star of any meal.
Quick chilli sesame green beans
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Ingredients
- 300 g green beans
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chilli paste
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
Clove Kitchen Tips
Make sure the pan is nice and hot before adding the green beans to get a nice char without overcooking them. Then turn down the heat before adding the soy sauce and chilli paste to create a nice sticky sauce and avoid burning it.
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Method
Step 1
Remove tops from the green beans and place them in a medium sized bowl. Add the olive oil and season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat well.
Step 2
Heat a frypan over medium heat. Once nice and hot, add the green beans, shaking every now and then until they are a little tender and starting to char.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low, add in chilli paste and soy sauce and cook for 30 seconds until beans are sticky and delicious.
Step 4
Turn off the heat and transfer to serving plate. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and more salt and pepper if needed.
Helpful tips
What can I use as a substitute for chilli paste?
If you don't have chilli paste, you can substitute it with Sriracha, red pepper flakes, or even a bit of harissa. Adjust the quantity to your taste, as these alternatives might have different levels of heat. IF you don't like chilli, you can leave it out and add a tablespoon of oyster or hoisin sauce instead.
What can I serve with these green beans to make it a complete meal?
These green beans are a perfect side with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu. They work with noodles dishes or on rice bowls with a fried egg.
How do I toast sesame seeds?
It's great to have a jar of toasted sesame seed on hand to sprinkle over sautéed greens, salads, rice or over avocado on toast. Preheat oven to 160 degrees, spread 1/2 a cup of sesame seeds onto a flat baking tray and toast in the oven for 10 minutes. Be careful not to over-toast, as sesame seeds can burn quickly. Shake the tray and then toast for another 5 minutes or until seeds are golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before transferring to a clean dry jar. Toasted seeds will last for up to a month if stored in a dry container in the pantry.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
124
kcal
Fat
7.2
g
Carbohydrates
7.2
g
Protein
4.7
g
Fiber
5.8
g
Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients in this recipe. It isn't a substitute for a professional nutritionist's advice.
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