Teriyaki Green Beans
Transform your side dish game with these irresistible Teriyaki Green Beans! This quick and easy recipe combines crisp-tender green beans with a delectable homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, garlic, and fresh ginger. The sauce thickens to coat each bean in a glossy, savory glaze, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a nutty crunch for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, these flavorful stir-fried green beans are ideal as a healthy side for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing addition to any Asian-inspired meal. Whether you're pairing them with rice, noodles, or protein, these Teriyaki Green Beans will be an instant favorite!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans, then set them aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water to create the teriyaki sauce.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the green beans to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium, then pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the green beans.
Step 6
Stir well to coat the beans in the sauce, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the beans, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the teriyaki green beans to a serving dish.
Step 8
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 158.5 grams (158.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 453 |
| Total Fat 32.90g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat 4.70g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.30g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1735mg | 75% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.30g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.10g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 25.00g | |
| Protein 6.50g | 13% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 81mg | 6% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 238mg | 5% |
Source of Calories