Garlic Green Beans Min
Chinese Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine

Garlic Green Beans Min

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 tbsp red rice wine (hongzao jiu)
  • • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 tsp chilli oil
  • • 2 tbsp cooking oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Snap the green beans in half and dry thoroughly.

2
Phase 2

Blanch the beans in boiling salted water for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry.

3
Phase 3

Heat oil in a wok and fry the garlic until pale gold.

4
Phase 4

Add the beans and toss over high heat for 2 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Splash in the red rice wine, then add soy sauce, salt, sugar, and chilli oil.

6
Phase 6

Toss until the beans are blistered and serve hot.