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Miso Green Beans Recipe

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Miso Green Beans is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring tender green beans sautéed and coated in a savory-sweet miso sauce. This recipe combines the umami richness of white miso and soy sauce with the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and the nuttiness of sesame oil, enhanced by a touch of garlic and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for a healthy weeknight side or a delicious addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon white miso
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or agave nectar or honey)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Green Beans and Cooking

  • 1 pound green beans
  • 2 teaspoons avocado oil (or other neutral oil with high smoke point)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon white miso, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil until smooth and well combined.
  2. Trim the Green Beans: Cut off the ends of the green beans and slice longer beans in half diagonally for a nicer presentation.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Place a large wok or enameled cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. If using stainless steel, be prepared to add a bit more oil.
  4. Add Oil and Green Beans: Add 2 teaspoons of avocado oil to the hot skillet and heat briefly. Add the green beans and stir to coat them evenly with the oil. Spread the green beans out in the skillet.
  5. Cook the Green Beans: Cook the green beans for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring every 45 seconds or so. Cook until the green beans develop slight blackening and are just tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Add Garlic: Stir in the 3 minced garlic cloves and cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it will become bitter.
  7. Toss with Sauce and Sesame Seeds: Pour the prepared miso sauce over the green beans, add 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, and toss well to coat evenly.
  8. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Note 1: For miso substitution, you can use yellow or red miso, though the flavor will be stronger.
  • Note 2: For soy sauce substitution, tamari or coconut aminos can be used for gluten-free or soy-free options.
  • Use enameled cast iron or wok for best heat tolerance and even cooking.
  • Adjust sweetness by modifying maple syrup quantity to taste.
  • Do not overcook green beans to maintain crisp texture.

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