Garlicky, Spicy and Sesamey Green Beans

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Always looking for a way to make green beans different, this one is such a winner. Green beans are sauteed with garlic, shallot and sesame seeds for a tasty side dish with Asian flair.

Submitted by JULIEP

Updated on January 7, 2022

6

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon shallot, minced
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup sesame seeds, toasted

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans, and cook for about 2 minutes. Drain, and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain again.
Heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the garlic, shallot, salt and pepper to the beans. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Mix in the sesame seeds, cook for 1 more minute, then serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

116	Calories
8g	Fat
11g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 116
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 1g	6%
Sodium 108mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 11g	4%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 4g	8%
Vitamin C 19mg	21%
Calcium 133mg	10%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 288mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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