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Asian Garlic Green Beans (Easy!)

These Asian-style green beans are simple to prepare and full of savory flavor! A great side dish for a variety of Asian-inspired meals.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 side servings
Calories: 82 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh green beans
  • 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil (*oil-free option below)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 medium shallot (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 Tbsp. tamari
  • 1-2 tsp. sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. Trim ends off the green beans. Mince garlic, and thinly slice shallot.
  2. In a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat, add sesame oil. Let heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
  3. Carefully add shallot and garlic. Heat for 30 seconds until sizzling and fragrant.
  4. Add green beans and stir well with tongs to coat. Cover and sauté until just tender, about 6-8 minutes, stirring often so garlic doesn’t burn.
  5. Add tamari. Toss to combine and cook 1 minute. Stir in sesame seeds.
  6. When serving, don’t forget the tiny garlic & shallot pieces on the bottom of the pan which provide big flavor!

Notes

  • *For oil-free: Replace the oil with 1/3 cup vegetable broth and continue the recipe as written. Add a splash more broth to prevent sticking if the pan dries. (I used sesame oil when I first posted this recipe many years ago, but now prefer it with the broth method instead!)
  • Ginger option: Add a small amount of freshly grated ginger with the shallot & garlic.
  • Pairing: Serve with your favorite Asian-style meals like fried rice, noodles, stir-fry, or simply on a fluffy bed of rice.
  • Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. I find they keep for about 3-4 days.
  • Recipe originally published October 2014. Updated October 2023.

Nutrition Information

Calories 82kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Potassium 291mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 783IU (16%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4side servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 82

% Daily Value*

Calories 82kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Potassium 291mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 783IU 16%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.