Grilled Long Beans
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Grilled Dishes

Grilled Long Beans

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

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 400g long beans, trimmed
  • • 2 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
  • • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp honey
  • • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • • 1 tsp lime juice
  • • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • • 1 birdseye chili, thinly sliced

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Trim the long beans and leave them whole.

2
Phase 2

Mix the soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, lime juice, and half the sesame seeds.

3
Phase 3

Toss the beans in vegetable oil so they are evenly coated.

4
Phase 4

Grill the beans over high heat for 3-4 minutes, turning, until blistered and charred in spots.

5
Phase 5

Brush the beans with the sauce in the last minute of grilling.

6
Phase 6

Sprinkle with the remaining sesame seeds and chili, and serve warm.