Hot Szechuan Green Beans

Transform your dinner table with the bold and fiery flavors of Hot Szechuan Green Beans, a quick and vibrant dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! This spicy stir-fry pairs tender green beans blistered to perfection with an aromatic mix of garlic, ginger, and Szechuan peppercorns for an irresistible kick. Coated in a glossy, umami-rich sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin, and a hint of rice vinegar, these green beans deliver the perfect balance of heat, tanginess, and a touch of sweetness. Garnished with scallions and optional sesame seeds, this easy-to-make side dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Serve it alongside steamed rice or your favorite protein for an authentic Szechuan-style experience at home. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your next Asian-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns
• 4 pieces dried red chilies (optional, adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the green beans. Trim the ends.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until they are blistered and slightly charred. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, Szechuan peppercorns, and dried red chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds to release the flavors, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, water, and cornstarch until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Add the blistered green beans back to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the green beans are heated through and well-coated.

Step 7

Remove from heat and garnish with thinly sliced scallions and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 8

Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	618.5 grams (618.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	551

Total Fat 32.90g	42%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.10g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 1451mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 61.70g	22%
Dietary Fiber 20.50g	73%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 15.30g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309mg	24%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1297mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 40.9%