Stir Fried Green Beans with Chinese Preserved Black Beans
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Recipe Type: side
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Serves: 6
 
Ingredients
  • 1½ lb. green beans, stems removed
  • 2 Tblsp preserved black beans, minced
  • 1 Tblsp garlic, minced
  • 1 Tblsp cooking oil
Instructions
  1. Cook the green beans in boiling water for about 1 minute or until slightly tender.
  2. Drain them and place them immediately in ice water to stop the cooking. This will preserve the bright green color of the beans.
  3. Warm the oil in a wok or saute pan, add the garlic and black beans, stir briefly.
  4. Add the green beans and stir to combine. Serve warm.
Notes
Preserved black beans are a fermented, pickled bean used in Asian cooking. They impart a delicious flavor, especially when combined with garlic.
Recipe by Culinary Thymes at https://www.culinarythymes.com/stir-fried-green-beans-with-chinese-preserved-black-beans/