Garlic Stir-Fried Long Beans

Name: Garlic Stir-Fried Long Beans
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 0.5 lb Long Beans; 3 cloves Garlic; 0.5 medium Red Onion; 1 count Long Green Chilli; 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp White Pepper

Dairy-Free • PescatarianUnder 15 MinsBalancedStovetopDinner • Lunch

Easy

10min

65kcal

4people

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A quick, crunchy, and savory Indonesian-style stir-fry of long beans with garlic and oyster sauce, perfect for balancing rich main dishes.

When serving a rich and heavy main course like Ayam Mentega, finding the right side dish is crucial. This Garlic Stir-Fried Long Beans recipe (often called Tumis Kacang Panjang) is the ultimate pairing. Because Ayam Mentega is intensely flavored with sweet soy sauce and rich butter, these long beans provide a much-needed fresh, vibrant crunch. The quick stovetop stir-frying method ensures the beans stay crisp and bright green, while a savory glaze made from oyster sauce and fragrant garlic adds a beautiful umami depth that complements the chicken perfectly. Adding a touch of fresh green chili provides just a hint of warmth to awaken the palate. This Garlic Stir-Fried Long Beans dish takes less than 15 minutes to throw together, making it an essential, quick, and highly nutritious addition to your Indonesian dinner spread.

Ingredients

250 g Long Beans (about 2 large handfuls)
3 cloves Garlic
0.5 medium Red Onion
1 count Long Green Chilli
1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
1 tbsp Olive Oil
0.5 tsp Salt
0.25 tsp White Pepper

Instructions

1
Wash the long beans thoroughly, trim off the ends, and cut them into 4cm (1.5-inch) long pieces.
2
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Thinly slice the red onion and the long green chilli on a diagonal.
3
Heat the olive oil in a wide skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4
Add the minced garlic, sliced red onion, and long green chilli to the pan. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
5
Toss the cut long beans into the skillet. Stir-fry constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until they become a vibrant, bright green.
6
Pour in the oyster sauce, salt, and white pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly. If the pan looks too dry, add a tiny splash of water.
7
Cook for another 2 minutes until the long beans are tender but still have a snappy crunch. Remove from heat and serve immediately alongside your Ayam Mentega.

Chef's Tips

•Do not overcook the beans! They should still have a slight crunch to provide a refreshing texture against the soft, buttery chicken.
•If you want to add an extra layer of umami, a few drops of your fish sauce can be stirred in right at the end.

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