Veg Sichuan String Beans: A Healthy and Flavorful Side 2023

Veg Sichuan String Beans Chinese recipe

Sichuan String Beans is a popular Chinese dish that features green beans stir-fried in a spicy, savory sauce. Here's a recipe for making a vegetarian version of Sichuan String Beans:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound green beans, washed and trimmed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
• 2-3 dried red chili peppers, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Salt, to taste
• Chopped scallions, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
4. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers, and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly charred.
6. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and coated the green beans.
7. Season with salt to taste.
8. Transfer the Sichuan String Beans to a serving platter and garnish with chopped scallions.

Serve hot as a side dish or as a main course with rice. Enjoy the spicy and savory flavors of this delicious Chinese dish!

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Sichuan String Beans Nutrition information

Here is the nutrition information for the given recipe per serving (assuming 4 servings):

⇒ Calories: 105

⇒ Total Fat: 7g

• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 491mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 2g

Note: The nutrient information may vary depending on the specific brands and amounts of ingredients used, as well as the size of the serving.

Health benefits of Sichuan String Beans

⇒ Supports digestive health: Green beans are a good source of fiber, which can help promote digestive health and prevent constipation.

⇒ Boosts immunity: Green beans contain vitamin C and other antioxidants that can help boost the immune system and protect against infections.

⇒ Promotes heart health: Green beans are low in fat and high in fiber, which can help reduce cholesterol levels and promote heart health.

⇒ Reduces inflammation: Sichuan peppercorns contain anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body, which is a common factor in many chronic diseases.

⇒ Supports bone health: Green beans are a good source of vitamin K, which is essential for bone health and can help prevent osteoporosis.

⇒ Provides essential nutrients: Veg Sichuan String Beans is often made with a variety of vegetables and spices, which can provide essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

⇒ Supports weight management: Green beans are low in calories and high in fiber, which can help promote weight loss and prevent overeating.