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5-Ingredient Sesame Green Beans: Quick Asian-Style Side Dish Ready in 10 Minutes

This quick and flavorful sesame green beans recipe requires just five simple ingredients and can be prepared in under 10 minutes. The Asian-inspired side dish features crisp-tender green beans tossed in a savory sesame-soy sauce with toasted sesame seeds for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash and trim the green beans. If they're particularly long, you can cut them in half for easier eating.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they start to blister and become tender-crisp.
  3. Add the minced garlic (if using) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce and rice vinegar, tossing to coat the green beans evenly. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Choose fresh green beans that are bright green and firm. Don't overcook - keep them crisp-tender. Toast raw sesame seeds for maximum flavor. Add red pepper flakes for heat or honey for sweetness.