Description
These Teriyaki Green Beans are a flavorful twist on a classic side dish. Crisp green beans are coated in a savory and slightly sweet homemade teriyaki sauce, making them a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Green Beans:
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Blanch the Green Beans: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Make the Teriyaki Sauce: In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry, then add it to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Cook the Green Beans: Add the drained green beans to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the teriyaki sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sauté the green beans in the skillet for a minute or two before adding the sauce.
- This dish pairs perfectly with rice, grilled chicken, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
