Bean Sprout Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb bean sprouts
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse bean sprouts and drain well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bean sprouts and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Add green onions and stir-fry for 1 minute.
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir-fry for 1 more minute until well combined.
- Remove from heat and add fresh cilantro.
- Toss to combine and serve immediately.
Special Notes
This bean sprout recipe creates a simple, healthy side dish that's perfect for Asian meals. The combination of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce creates a savory flavor that complements the mild taste of the bean sprouts. The key is to cook the sprouts quickly over high heat to maintain their crisp texture. This dish is perfect for serving with rice, noodles, or as part of a larger Asian meal. The bean sprouts should be tender-crisp, not mushy. You can customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. This dish is naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly.