Green Bean Stir-Fry
This Green Bean Stir-Fry is a quick, vibrant dish packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 pound green beans cleaned and stem end trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium or tamari)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Directions:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot but not smoking.
- Add the chopped red onions to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Then, add the cleaned and trimmed green beans to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of honey over the green beans and stir well.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of water and add the soy sauce, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Stir again to combine.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the green beans to cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they reach your desired level of tenderness. Stir occasionally.
- Once the green beans are tender, remove the lid and drizzle the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of honey over the dish. Give everything a final stir.
- Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the Green Bean Stir-Fry to a serving dish. Enjoy warm or with rice or quinoa!
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Knife and cutting board
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.