Stir-fried Green Beans with Chili Garlic Sauce

Ingredients:

Green Beans:
1 pound (450 grams) fresh green beans, trimmed and ends removed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for stir-frying

Aromatics:
4 cloves garlic, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon grated ginger (about 1-inch knob)

Chili Garlic Sauce:
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (adjust to your desired spice level)

Seasoning:
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Green Beans:
   Wash and trim the green beans, removing the tough ends from both sides.
   Pat the green beans dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Make the Sauce:
   In a small bowl, combine the chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
3. Stir-fry the Green Beans:
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   Add the green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp and slightly blistered.
4. Combine Sauce and Season:
   Pour the prepared chili garlic sauce mixture over the green beans and stir to coat evenly.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cook and Serve:
   Continue stir-frying for another 1-2 minutes, just until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld.
   Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Tips:

For a spicier dish, add more chili garlic sauce to your liking.
You can also add other vegetables to this stir-fry, such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
Serve this dish over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful Stir-fried Green Beans with Chili Garlic Sauce!