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Blistered green beans in sticky hoisin glaze.

Viral Hoisin Green Beans Recipe

Blistered green beans in sticky hoisin glaze. Charred Asian fusion side, umami crisp.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
  • 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 scallions sliced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Snap stem ends off green beans using hands. Pat dry paper towels.
  2. Heat wok dry over high heat 2 minutes smoking. Add sesame oil using measuring spoons. Toss green beans with tongs 4 minutes till blistered charred spots bright green.
  3. Clear wok center. Add minced garlic, grated ginger. Stir tongs 30 seconds fragrant.
  4. Pour hoisin, soy sauce, rice vinegar from measuring spoons. Toss beans 2 minutes till sauce bubbles thick glossy coat.
  5. Pull heat. Toss sliced scallions, sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Dry wok high heat blisters key; wet steams soggy. Hoisin sweetens; thin water if thick.
  • Cast iron amps char; non-stick fine.
  • Fridge 2 days, reheat wok dry 2 minutes.