Green Bean and Carrot Stir Fry

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Black pepper - To taste
• Salt - To taste
• Water - 1/4 cup
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrots - 2 large, julienned
• Green beans - 1 pound, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces

Let's Get Started

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, cornstarch, water, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and swirl to coat the pan.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Stir fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4. Add the green beans and carrots to the pan. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables. Stir fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds.
7. Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice as a main course.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Side Dish
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Calories: 150
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 5g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Sugar: 8g