fried bacon with green beans

How to Stir-Fried Green Beans with Bacon

Stir-fried green beans with bacon is a savory, home-style dish loved for its crisp-tender beans and smoky, flavorful bacon. Here’s a simple guide to making it:

Ingredients: 300g fresh green beans (trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces), 100g bacon (sliced into thin strips), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 chili (sliced, optional), 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, and cooking oil.

Steps:

1. Prep: Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to retain their crispness.

2. Cook bacon: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over medium heat. Stir-fry bacon until crispy and golden, then remove, leaving the rendered fat.

3. Sauté aromatics: Add minced garlic and chili to the wok; stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

4. Combine: Return bacon to the wok, add blanched beans, and toss well. Drizzle with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated.

5. Serve: Dish out hot and enjoy with steamed rice!

Tips: For extra crunch, skip blanching and stir-fry raw beans over high heat until slightly charred. Adjust sauces to taste—add a dash of sesame oil for depth. This quick, delicious dish balances smoky, salty, and sweet flavors perfectly!