Ken Shoe Green Beans
Elevate your green bean game with this vibrant and flavorful dish, inspired by the best of Chinese restaurant stir-fries but refined for the home cook. Crisp-tender green beans, infused with aromatic ginger and garlic, are tossed in a rich, savory sauce, creating a delightful side that will leave you craving more. Perfectly adaptable for asparagus or broccoli as well!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
10 g
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
2 g
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Saturated Fat
4 g
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Sodium
120 mg
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Sugar
2 g
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Fat
28 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Heat the peanut oil in a wok or a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and is almost smoking. (Approx. 2 minutes)
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Add the green beans to the hot oil. Stir-fry quickly, ensuring the beans are constantly moving, until they turn a vibrant green and begin to develop slightly browned spots. (Approx. 2 minutes)
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Remove the green beans from the wok and set aside in a bowl. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the pan and return it to the heat.
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Add the minced ginger and garlic to the remaining oil. Stir-fry until fragrant and lightly browned, being careful not to burn the garlic. (Approx. 1-2 minutes)
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Return the cooked green beans to the wok. Add the dark soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper.
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Stir-fry until the sauce coats the beans evenly and they are heated through. (Approx. 30 seconds)
For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a splash of sesame oil at the very end.
Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference. Some prefer a slightly sweeter sauce.
Be careful not to overcrowd the wok when frying the green beans; work in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 32 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Ezekiel Schamberger
Mar 25, 2025I tried this with asparagus, and it was delicious! Thanks for the great recipe!
Zella Okon
Jul 23, 2024The key is definitely getting the wok hot enough. Once I did that, the green beans came out perfect!
Dorris Cormier
Jul 10, 2024This recipe is fantastic! My family loved it, and it's so much better than the green beans we usually have.