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Caramelized Green Beans with Soy and Lemon
5 from 15 votes

Caramelized Green Beans with Soy and Lemon

Caramelized Green Beans with Soy and Lemon roast fresh green beans until tender and slightly browned, then toss them in a bright sauce made from soy sauce, lemon juice, toasted sesame oil, and optional chili garlic sauce. The beans gain a rich, savory glaze combined with citrusy brightness and a hint of heat, finished with toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. These beans can be served warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, American

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

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  1. Preheat the oven to 450F.
  2. 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.
  3. While beans are roasting, in a large bowl, add soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil and chili garlic sauce (if using). Stir to combine.
  4. 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.