Get ready to transform your ordinary green beans into an extraordinary culinary sensation that will make your taste buds dance! This Milk Street-inspired recipe combines the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and Asian-inspired flavors that will elevate your side dish game from bland to grand. Imagine crispy, blistered green beans glazed with a mouthwatering sauce that's both spicy and sweet - so irresistible that even veggie skeptics will be asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the green beans. Trim off the tough stem ends, ensuring all beans are roughly the same length for even cooking.
- Grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater to create a fine, uniform texture that will distribute evenly in the dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and allow it to become shimmering hot, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add green beans to the hot skillet in a single layer. Allow beans to sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to develop a nice char and caramelization.
- Stir and toss the green beans, continuing to cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until they become bright green and develop some blistered spots.
- Add grated ginger to the skillet and stir quickly to prevent burning, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the green beans, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce glazes the beans.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Serve immediately while hot and glossy.
Tips
- • Ensure your green beans are completely dry before cooking to achieve that coveted crispy char • Use a large, hot skillet or wok to get those beautiful caramelized spots • Don't overcrowd the pan - cook beans in a single layer for best results • Grate fresh ginger for maximum flavor intensity • Watch the heat carefully when adding ginger to prevent burning • Toss beans quickly and continuously to ensure even cooking • Serve immediately for the best texture and glossy appearance
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
