Quick & Crunchy Snake Bean Stir-Fry
A fast and flavourful dish with garlic, soy, and chilli. Perfect as a side or tossed with noodles!
Ingredients:
- 250g snake beans, cut into 5cm pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chili, sliced (adjust for heat)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional, for extra depth)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
- Add garlic and chili, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the snake beans and stir-fry for 3 minutes until bright green.
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water. Stir for another minute.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
💡 Tip: Add tofu or prawns for a heartier dish!
2. Snake Bean & Coconut Curry
🥥 A rich, spiced coconut-based curry inspired by South Indian flavors.
Ingredients:
- 250g snake beans, cut into 5cm pieces
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 200ml coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard and cumin seeds. Let them pop for a few seconds.
- Add onions and cook until soft, then stir in garlic.
- Add turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and tomato. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and water, bringing to a simmer.
- Add snake beans and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Season with salt and garnish with coriander before serving.
💡 Serving Suggestion: Pair with basmati rice or naan for a wholesome meal!
3. Crispy Tempura Snake Beans
🍤 A fun, crispy snack served with a zesty dipping sauce.
Ingredients:
For the tempura batter:
- ½ cup plain flour
- ¼ cup cornflour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup ice-cold soda water
- ½ tsp salt
For the beans:
- 200g snake beans, whole or cut into 10cm lengths
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
For the dipping sauce:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp honey
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp grated ginger
Instructions:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan (about 180°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornflour, baking powder, salt, and ice-cold soda water to form a light batter.
- Dip snake beans into the batter and fry in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
- Mix all dipping sauce ingredients and serve alongside the crispy tempura.
💡 Tip: Serve with spicy mayo for an extra kick!
Which One Will You Try First?
Snake beans are a fantastic ingredient that can be enjoyed in so many ways. Whether stir-fried, curried, or fried to crispy perfection, these recipes will add some excitement to your meals!
Let us know in the comments which one you’ll be making first. Happy cooking! 🍽️✨
