Side dishe for 4
Szechuan Green Beans
Green beans and shiitake mushrooms stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and a spicy soy sauce.
$6.14for 4 servings
$1.54 per serving$6.14 for 4
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Green beans$2.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $2.49Typical price |
| Mushrooms$0.40/oz typical | 7 oz | $2.80Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.22Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.14 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Soy sauceWine, beer and spiritsAsian sauces and pastesSugar and brown sugarCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoaDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsMustard, mayo, ketchupOlive and cooking oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 tbsp dry sherry
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 1/4 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp dry mustard
- vegetable oil
- 1 lb green beans
- 7 oz shiitake mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic
Steps
- Whisk the soy sauce, water, sherry, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, red pepper, and dry mustard in a small bowl.
- Trim the green beans, slice the mushrooms, and mince the garlic and ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Stir-fry the green beans for 8 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Add the mushrooms, garlic, and ginger, then stir-fry for 6 minutes.
- Pour in the sauce and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring, until thick and the beans are tender.
Swaps
- Green beans for Broccoliabout $0.50/lb less at typical prices
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