Spicy Chinese Peppered Green Beans

A mouthwatering Chinese dish, these spicy peppered green beans are stir-fried to perfection. The beans are cooked until tender yet crisp, infused with a combination of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. This dish is easy to make, packed with flavors, and perfect as a side or main dish. Get ready to enjoy a taste of China in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to blister.
5. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Mix well.
6. Pour the sauce over the green beans and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beans are tender yet still crisp.
7. Season with salt to taste.
8. Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with additional red pepper flakes if desired.
9. Serve hot as a side dish or with steamed rice as a main course.

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