Ken Shoe Green Beans

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A great way to make string beans..like the way they do in Chinese restaurants...only better! Also good with asparagus or broccoli.

Submitted by GRANDMASCOOKIES215
Updated on January 7, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ½ cup peanut oil for frying

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 ½ teaspoons dark soy sauce

  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

  • 1 pinch black pepper

Directions

  1. Heat the peanut oil in a wok or skillet with high sides over medium-high heat until almost smoking; add the green beans. Quickly cook and stir the beans in the hot oil until they are bright green and starting to show brown spots, about 2 minutes. Remove the beans to a bowl. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the pan and return to heat. Cook and stir the ginger and garlic in the oil until they have started to brown, about 2 minutes. Return the green beans to the wok; add the dark soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Cook until hot; about 30 more seconds.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

286 Calories
28g Fat
10g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 286
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Sodium 120mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 48mg 4%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 259mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.