Gan Bian Si Ji Dou

Gan Bian Si Ji Dou is a delightful vegan Chinese pasta dish featuring perfectly sautéed green beans and noodles tossed in a savory sauce. This dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it a wonderful meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 200 grams
• Spaghetti or rice noodles - 150 grams
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Scallions - 2, chopped
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti or rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vegetable broth, peanut butter, lime juice, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Pour the sauce over the sautéed green beans, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the green beans and sauce, tossing everything together until well mixed and heated through.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from green beans, which may help reduce inflammation.

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