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Enhanced Green Bean and Cashew Stir Fry
This vibrant and crunchy Green Bean and Cashew Stir Fry is a delightful celebration of flavors and textures. Crisp green beans are stir-fried to perfection and paired with golden, toasted cashews, creating a perfect harmony of taste. The sauce, a luscious blend of soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil, coats the vegetables beautifully, making every bite irresistible. This dish not only satisfies the palate but is also a quick and healthy option for any meal, whether as a side or a main course. Stir-fries have a rich history in Asian cuisine, particularly in Chinese cooking, where they are known for their speed and the ability to lock in flavors and nutrients.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Green beans
- 1 pound, trimmed
- Cashews
- 1/2 cup, raw or roasted
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger
- 1 tablespoon, minced
- Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon
- Honey
- 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon
- Water
- 2 tablespoons
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Salt
- to taste
- Cooking oil
- as needed for stir-frying
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and toast them until golden brown, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a drizzle of cooking oil if needed. Once hot, add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until they are bright green and crisp-tender.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the green beans, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and clings to the beans.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle the toasted cashews over the stir-fry.
- Serve hot as a side dish or over rice or quinoa for a wholesome main course.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course or Side Dish • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 17g • Carbs: 18g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 5g
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