Sichuan Style Stir-Fried Chinese Long Beans Recipe
Authentic Chinese Vegetarian recipe — Sichuan Style Stir-Fried Chinese Long Beans. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chinese long beans (Trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (For stir-frying)
- 3 cloves garlic (Minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (Minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (Low sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Chili oil (Adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (For flavor)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (To balance flavors)
- 2 tablespoons water (For steaming the beans)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (Chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and cut the Chinese long beans into 2-inch pieces. Mince the garlic and ginger.
Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
A hot pan is crucial for quick stir-frying.Sauté Aromatics
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Do not let the garlic burn; keep stirring.Add the Long Beans
Add the prepared long beans to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
Keep stirring to ensure even cooking.Season the Beans
Pour in the soy sauce, chili oil, sugar, and water. Stir well to combine.
Adjust the chili oil according to your heat preference.Finish Cooking
Cover the skillet and let the beans steam for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender.
Check periodically to avoid overcooking.Serve
Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Serve hot as a side dish or over rice.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Sichuan Style Stir-Fried Chinese Long Beans Recipe is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, regular green beans can be substituted, but the texture will differ.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
