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Flavorful Gochujang Green Beans Recipe Easy & Perfect Side Dish

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A quick and easy side dish featuring vibrant green beans coated in a bold, spicy-sweet gochujang glaze and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup as a substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable oil or avocado oil)

Instructions

  1. Wash and trim the ends off your green beans. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to ensure they cook evenly. Set aside.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  3. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and add sesame seeds. Stir frequently for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside.
  4. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prepared green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, tossing occasionally until tender-crisp and lightly charred.
  5. Lower the heat slightly and pour the gochujang glaze over the green beans. Toss to coat evenly and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and stick to the beans.
  6. Transfer the glazed green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For extra char, let the green beans sit in the skillet for a few seconds before stirring. Adjust the glaze to your taste by adding more honey for sweetness or gochujang for extra heat.

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