What I love about green beans is that you can give them pretty much whatever flavor you want. That makes it easy to turn a nutritious vegetable into a dish everyone loves. Also, nothing beats having them ready in just under 20 minutes! They’re also highly customizable. So you can add toppings to your heart’s content and turn these into a yummy treat. Every time I make these spicy green beans for my family, they’re gone in a heartbeat. And that’s a great feeling! Which bean works best for you depends on you. Haricot verts are best if you’re looking for a delicate flavor. Romano and purple beans are less common but add a unique flavor.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Spicy Green Beans
Blanch – Bring a large pot of salt water to a boil. Then add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process and maintain their vibrant color and crispness. Once cooled, drain and set aside. Saute Seasonings – Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir-fry for about a minute until fragrant. Add Green Beans – Put the blanched green beans in the skillet and toss them in the oil and seasonings. Stir frequently for 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through but still slightly crispy.
The Sauce – Whisk together sauce, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until well combined. Pour the sauce over your green beans in the skillet and toss the beans to evenly coat them. Final Stretch – Continue cooking the green beans for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and the sauce has slightly thickened. Taste test the green beans and season with salt if needed. Garnish – Transfer the spicy green beans to a serving dish. You can sprinkle sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top for added flavor and garnish. Serve the spicy green beans as a side dish or as part of a larger stir-fry meal. Enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
Spicy green beans are already super fast to throw together. But these guys also freeze well, so double or triple the recipe. Then freeze them in vacuum pack bags or ziplock freezer bags (squeeze all the air out you can) in meal-size portions for an incredibly fast side dish.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Serve these up hot alongside your main dish. If you’re making these as a snack option, they also taste great cold out of the fridge. You can refrigerate leftover spicy green beans in an airtight container for up to three days. Vacuum seal or put them in a freezer ziplock bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to reheat, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator. Heat them up in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven until warmed.
What to Serve With Spicy Green Beans
Spicy green beans make a fantastic side for meat, poultry, or fish. Pair them with these smothered pork chops, mashed potatoes, and homemade cornbread for a complete dinner. Finish it off with a buttermilk pound cake and pumpkin spice latte for the win.
More Amazing Side Dish Recipes to Try
Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob Bacon Broccoli Salad Grilled Carrots Green Bean Casserole
Conclusion
Making these delicious, savory, spicy green beans will change the game for you. Who would’ve thought that veggies could be this tempting? If you’ve tried this recipe, drop a comment and tell me how it went.❤️🔥
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