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

This quick and easy sesame green beans recipe requires just five simple ingredients and can be ready in under 10 minutes. The nutty sesame flavor combined with crisp-tender green beans creates a versatile side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course.
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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 (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash and trim the green beans. Cut off the stem ends and any brown spots. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, tossing frequently, until they're bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce and continue cooking for another minute, stirring to coat all the beans evenly.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Toss once more and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Choose fresh beans for best crunch, don't overcook to maintain crisp-tender texture, toast sesame seeds for maximum nutty flavor, and customize with ginger or green onions for extra freshness.