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Sweet and Spicy Green Beans

SUBMITTED BY: COOKOFTHEHOUSE PHOTO BY: GARGIULO

"The flavors of this side dish are intense! It is great as a starter to an Asian menu, or as a significant addition to a light stir-fry meal."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 103 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil

DIRECTIONS

  1. Arrange a steamer basket in a pot over boiling water, and steam the green beans 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, garlic, garlic chili sauce, and honey.
  3. Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the green beans, and fry for 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in the soy sauce mixture. Continue cooking and stirring 2 minutes, or until the liquid is nearly evaporated. Serve immediately.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2006 by Aspiring Chef Rita
5+ I served it for dinner and we liked it. I had made quite a bit since we love green beans.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2005 by BOOKMARKER
The chili sauce in this recipe is not the flavor of spiced-up ketchup or a bowl of chili. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2005 by MALKIE666
this recipe is easy and quick, yet tastes incredible. i also use it on asparagus tips nad it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2004 by CLDIXON
I added onion to mine and it made the perfect side dish! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2006 by ILOVERIVERS
If I could give this more than 5 stars it would. Tastes just like something from an asian... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2006 by BECKYSAN01
This sauce is absolutely wonderful. I've made it for all kinds of veggies! (Green beans,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2006 by appletini
This recipe was awesome! I made it to go with some BBQ ribs. After making the sauce, it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2008 by Homecookin
This is so easy & tastes great! I made it once and was hooked.I like it more spicy so I use a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2006 by StylinCook
Yum used frozen whole green beans added to oil in pan straight from the bag. I used a tad more... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2005 by LAUREN3581
Not bad but I doubled the sauce totally. Really helped. MORE