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Gochujang Green Beans Recipe

Gochujang Green Beans

These quick and easy sautéed green beans are coated in a sweet, savory, and spicy Korean-inspired gochujang sauce. The complex flavors of the fermented chili paste cling to each tender green bean.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoons water
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Steam the green beans: In a skillet, bring 1/4 cup water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam for 5-8 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain any remaining water.
  • Make the gochujang sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and water.
  • Sauté the beans: In the same skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the steamed green beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes until spotted brown.
  • Finish the beans: Remove skillet from heat. Add the gochujang sauce and toss to coat. Season with salt.
  • Garnish and serve: Transfer beans to a platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Enjoy!