Green beans in spicy peanut sauce
4 servings
15 minutes
Green beans in spicy peanut sauce is a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables and rich nutty flavor. Although the dish is associated with Italian cuisine, its spicy note and use of peanut paste give it an Eastern touch. Tender shallots, garlic, and ginger add depth to the beans, while hoisin, chili sauce, and soy sauce create a sweet-spicy balance. Lime juice adds subtle acidity, and fresh cilantro and crunchy peanuts provide textural play. This dish pairs perfectly with rice or noodles but can also serve as a light dinner on its own. It can be served warm or cold, making it a versatile option for different seasons. The spicy peanut sauce not only enhances the flavor of the beans but also reveals them in a new way, turning simple ingredients into a true gastronomic find.
1
Heat vegetable oil in a pan and sauté finely chopped shallots for 3 minutes until soft.
- Shallots: 1 piece
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
2
Add minced garlic and ginger and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon
3
Add the beans and sauté until soft for about 3 minutes.
- Green beans: 500 g
4
In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and water. Pour the sauce over the beans and mix well.
- Peanut butter: 1 tablespoon
- Hoisin sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Chili sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Lime juice: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 2 tablespoons
5
Serve topped with cilantro, chopped chili, and lightly crushed nuts.
- Chopped cilantro (coriander): 1 tablespoon
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Peanut: 4 tablespoons