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Illinois Extension Food

Sesame Green Bean Sauté

Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced ginger root
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, washed, and trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seed oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
  1. Wash hands with soap and water. Heat canola oil in a wok or skillet. Add garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds.
  2. Add green beans and stir-fry over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add the sesame oil and salt; toss until beans are coated. Serve.

    Store in the refrigerator for up to five days. 

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Green Beans
Total Time
15 min
Prep Time
10 min
Servings
6
Nutrition Facts

Calories: 70
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Added Sugar: 0 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 1 g

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