Stir-Fried Long Beans With Roasted Chilli Sauce and Thai Basil

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 1

Stir-Fried Long Beans With Roasted Chilli Sauce and Thai Basil recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb long beans
	2 tablespoons peanut oil , for stir-frying
	6 garlic cloves , chopped
	2 -3 tablespoons roasted chili paste ( nahm prk pow )
	1 tablespoon fish sauce , to taste
	1/2 - 1 cup thai sweet basil ( bai horapa )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

100-150

Sugar

2-3g

Fat

8-10g

Stir-Fried Long Beans With Roasted Chilli Sauce and Thai Basil is a traditional Thai dish that is bursting with bold flavors and spices. Long beans, also known as yard-long beans, are a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine and are a great source of dietary fiber and potassium. The roasted chili paste gives this dish a spicy kick, while the Thai sweet basil adds a touch of freshness. This dish is easy to prepare and makes a great side dish to any meal, or can be served as a main dish when paired with steamed rice.

Instructions

1.	Wash and dry the long beans, trimming the ends and cutting them into 2-3 inch pieces.
2.	Over medium-high heat, add the peanut oil to a wok or large frying pan.
3.	Once the oil is hot, add the chopped garlic and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
4.	Add in the roasted chili paste and stir-fry for an additional minute until combined.
5.	Add the long beans to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
6.	Pour in the fish sauce and continue to stir-fry for an additional minute.
7.	Remove the wok from the heat and stir in the Thai sweet basil leaves.
8.	Serve hot with steamed rice.

PROS

This Thai dish is full of flavor and spice, making it a perfect addition to any meal.

Long beans provide a good source of fiber and potassium, while Thai basil has been linked to anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial benefits.

CONS

The roasted chili paste used in this dish may be too spicy for some palates.

Long beans can be tough and stringy if not cooked properly, so be sure to follow the recipe exactly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Long beans are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which can help promote digestive health and lower cholesterol levels.
Thai basil contains a compound called eugenol, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It also contains antioxidants that can help protect against cellular damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.