Caramelized Green Beans with Soy and Lemon
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Caramelized Green Beans with Soy and Lemon
Description
This recipe starts by roasting trimmed green beans in a hot oven with a neutral oil to caramelize their natural sugars and develop a tender interior with some crispy edges. During roasting, the beans are stirred occasionally for even cooking and browning. Meanwhile, a sauce is prepared by mixing soy sauce, lemon juice, toasted sesame oil, and optionally chili garlic sauce for spice and tang.
Once roasted, the green beans are tossed with the sauce so that they are evenly coated, offering a balance of salty, citrusy, and nutty flavors. The addition of toasted sesame seeds enhances the presentation and provides a subtle crunch. The dish benefits from the contrast between the warm caramelized beans and the bright fresh sauce.
These caramelized green beans work well as a side dish for a variety of meals and can be served warm or at room temperature, making them convenient for preparing ahead or for potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. Green bean trimmed, fresh
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil like grapeseed or canola
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice about 1/2 a large lemon
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil toasted
- 1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce optional, or sriracha
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450F.
- Place the beans on a baking sheet and drizzle with grapeseed oil. Toss to coat and then spread into a single layer. Roast until soft and gorgeously caramelized, 12-15 minutes. Toss them once or twice so they cook evenly.
- While beans are roasting, in a large bowl, add soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil and chili garlic sauce (if using). Stir to combine.
- When the beans are done, add them to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve. These are also great at room temperature.
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