Do you ever eat something at a restaurant and find yourself unable to get it out of your head?
No? Just me?
Well, this is one of those dishes. After eating the most delicious green beans in my entire life at a brunch bridal shower a few weeks ago, I set out to recreate the dish at home.
I set to the task when visiting my mom and dad in Arizona a few weeks ago. And the beans got lots of wonderful feedback so I think we’ve got a new dish on permanent rotation.
SESAME GREEN BEANS
Ingredients:
- Green beans (I used fresh, but I think you could use one of the frozen steam able bags, too)
- Sesame oil
- Olive oil
- Sesame seeds
- Soy sauce
Directions:
- Cook green beans in any way you see fit. You could steam them, sautee them (which is what I did), or even boil them. Just don’t let them get too soggy.
- Strain, if necessary, and stir in 1/2 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp soy sauce and 1 tsp oil. Depending on the amount of green beans cooked, use more to taste.
- Add sesame seeds to the bowl and toss until all the green beans are coated.
- Serve immediately.
The best part is that you can totally add a little of this and a little of this until you get the taste you love. I personally love the flavor of sesame oil, but it doesn’t take much.
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FRECKLES CHICK says
Gimme summa those! I’ll be making these for sure, love green beans ’round here. Being totes Asian, it’s ironic that I needed a non-Asian friend to show me how to put an Asian spin on green beans.
xoxo
Mandi says
A little spicy can be good in these too – chili flakes, or rooster sauce. They also chill nicely for a cold side dish – great in summer.
Alicia W. says
I make almost the exact same recipe! Except I add fresh garlic, minced or sliced. It is my kids FAVORITE veggie dish. 🙂
Amy Jones says
Now this is something that I can handle! Easy, healthy and kid friendly. You nailed it!
G Lainey says
They were absolutely delicious. That daughter of mine sure can come up with some yummy dishes!♡
Denise in PA says
Absolutely! The hot dog I had in a kiosk at an Atlanta mall many years ago and the bruschetta from a local eatery come to mind. I will be trying the Sesame green beans for sure!
Shannon LaPay says
These sound delicious, can’t wait to give them a try.
cassie @ primitive & proper says
yum! i pinned this one! i always love asian style veggies!