Description
P.F. Chang’s spicy green beans deliver a zesty Asian-inspired side dish packed with bold flavors. Crisp green beans sizzle with garlic, chili paste, and soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering accompaniment you’ll crave at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 pounds (454–907 g) fresh green beans, ends trimmed and beans cut into 2 in (5 cm) pieces
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped thin
- 2 tbsps low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- 1 tsp white granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsps sesame oil
- Sesame seeds (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk together salt, black pepper, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and water in a small bowl. Let the mixture rest briefly to develop complex flavors.
- Heat Infusion: Warm sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers with anticipation. Quickly introduce finely chopped green onions, crushed garlic, and red pepper flakes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Bean Transformation: Add green beans to the aromatic base, tossing vigorously for 3-4 minutes until they reach a vibrant emerald hue. Create a small clearing in the skillet and pour the prepared sauce directly into the open space.
- Final Fusion: Blend sauce thoroughly with green beans, ensuring each pod is generously coated. Simmer for 30 seconds to allow the sauce to caramelize and cling to the beans, intensifying their flavor profile.
- Serving Finale: Transfer the glossy green beans to a serving plate, optionally garnishing with toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of texture and visual excitement.
Notes
- Sizzle Safely: Use a well-seasoned wok or heavy skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even heat distribution for perfectly crisp green beans.
- Garlic Guard: Watch garlic closely during sautéing to prevent burning, which can create a bitter taste that overpowers the dish’s delicate flavors.
- Bean Brilliance: Select fresh, crisp green beans with vibrant color and snap – avoid wilted or discolored beans for the best texture and taste.
- Sauce Secrets: Whisk sauce ingredients thoroughly and let sit briefly to allow flavors to blend, creating a more harmonious and complex taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American-Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg