fried shrimp with green beans

How to Make Stir-Fried Green Beans with Shrimp

Stir-fried green beans with shrimp is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to guide you.

Ingredients:

- 200g fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched for 2 minutes

- 150g shrimp, peeled and deveined

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- ½ tsp sugar

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Steps:

1. Prep the ingredients: Blanch green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender, then drain. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat the wok: Add oil over high heat. Stir-fry shrimp for 1–2 minutes until pink, then remove and set aside.

3. Sauté aromatics: In the same wok, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add blanched green beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

4. Season and combine: Return shrimp to the wok. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Toss everything evenly for 1 minute.

5. Serve: Transfer to a plate, garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and enjoy hot!

This dish balances the crunch of green beans and the tenderness of shrimp, with a savory-sweet sauce tying it all together. Customize with your favorite veggies or spices for a personal touch!