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 April 11, 2025
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 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

  1. 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.

  2. 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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