干煸四季豆 (Gān Biān Sì Jì Dòu)
Garlic Green Beans – The 10-Minute Sichuan Side Dish
⏱️ Prep: 2 min🔥 Cook: 8 min⏰ Total: 10 minEASY
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Why This Recipe Works
- 10 minutes, 5 ingredients. This is the side dish that makes any Chinese meal feel complete.
- Blistering the green beans in a hot dry pan gives them that restaurant-style wrinkled, charred exterior.
- Vegan, keto, gluten-free, and still tastes indulgent.
Servings
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Notes | Substitute |
|---|---|---|---|
| 340 g (12 oz) | green beans四季豆 | ends trimmed | — |
| 25 g (5-6 cloves) | garlic大蒜 | minced | — |
| 15 ml (1 tbsp) | soy sauce酱油 | — | — |
| 5.0 ml (1 tsp) | sesame oil香油 | — | — |
| 30 ml (2 tbsp) | neutral oil食用油 | — | — |
Instructions
1
Blister the beans(5 min)
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over HIGH heat until shimmering. Add green beans in a single layer. Let them sit WITHOUT moving for 1 minute. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes until blistered and wrinkled.
2
Add garlic(1 min)
Push beans to the side. Add garlic to the empty spot. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss everything together.
3
Season and serve(1 min)
Add soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss for 30 seconds. Serve immediately.
Pro Tips for Western Kitchens
DRY the green beans thoroughly before cooking. Water = steaming, not blistering.
Don't move the beans for the first minute. That contact with the hot pan is how you get the char.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen green beans?
You can, but they won't blister as well. Thaw and pat EXTREMELY dry first. Fresh is much better for this dish.
Nutrition
Per serving (approximate values)
120
Calories (kcal)
3
Protein (g)
10
Carbs (g)
8
Fat (g)
4
Fiber (g)
420
Sodium (mg)