Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic

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Crunchy green beans simmered in a savory-sweet sauce with garlic, ginger, and dried chilies for a simple, flavorful side. This asian (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs green beans, vegetable oil, dried red chilies for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim 12 oz green beans and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly charred.
  3. Step 3: Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then add 4 dried red chilies and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 tbsp minced ginger and 4 garlic cloves, minced, and stir-fry for 1 minute until aromatic.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine, 1/4 cup vegetable broth, and 1 tsp sugar. Stir to combine.
  6. Step 6: Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the green beans, then serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Green Beans Stir-fry with Dried Chilies and Garlic vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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