Beans
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Learn how to cook beans perfectly with simple tips, recipes, and health benefits. A nutrient-rich food for heart health, digestion, and energy.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Asian Recipes
- 2 cups fresh beans (green beans or string beans, trimmed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon juice or a squeeze of lime (optional, for freshness)
Prepare the beans Wash and trim the ends of the beans. Cut them in half if they are long. Boil or steam (optional) To keep beans tender, blanch them in boiling salted water for 3–4 minutes, then drain. Heat oil/butter In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Sauté garlic Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Cook beans Add beans to the pan, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until tender but slightly crisp. Finish Squeeze lemon juice over the beans, mix well, and serve warm.