Garlic Green Beans Dongbei
Chinese Chinese - Dongbei Northeastern Cuisine

Garlic Green Beans Dongbei

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 500g green beans, trimmed
  • • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 2 slices ginger
  • • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 1 tbsp potato starch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Boil the green beans for 3 minutes, then drain well.

2
Phase 2

Heat oil in a wok and fry the beans until the skins blister.

3
Phase 3

Add the garlic and ginger and fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4
Phase 4

Stir in the soy sauce, wine, sugar, salt, and 100ml water.

5
Phase 5

Simmer for 5 minutes until the beans are fully tender.

6
Phase 6

Stir in the starch slurry and toss until glossy.