Sesame Green Beans

Ingredients and Weight:

• Green beans: 500g (approximately 1 pound)
• Sesame seeds: 50g (3 tablespoons)
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Sugar: 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the green beans by washing and cutting off the ends.
2. In a hot pan, add vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat.
3. Add the green beans and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they start to turn bright green and become slightly tender.
4. Add the minced garlic and continue to stir-fry for another minute.
5. Add the soy sauce, salt, and sugar, and mix well.
6. Lastly, add the sesame seeds and stir-fry for another minute until everything is well combined and the sesame seeds are toasted.
7. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 200 calories per serving (assuming reasonable consumption)
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 7g

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and appetizing appearance due to the combination of green beans and sesame seeds.
• Crispy and flavorful due to the toasted sesame seeds.
• Has a balance of salty and sweet flavors with a slight garlic aroma.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on."
2. "I loved the sesame flavor in this dish. It was unique and delicious."
3. "The green beans were cooked to perfection, not too soft and not too hard."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use high-quality sesame seeds for the best flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference.
• Stir-frying over medium-high heat ensures that the green beans cook evenly and retain their color and texture.