fresh green beans in heaven sauce

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Southworth, WA
Updated on Jul 1, 2021

We make this with the green beans we grow in our garden in the summer. We are always looking for different ways to use up our home-grown veggies than the usual. I've adapted this recipe to my family's tastes. It's not too spicy for me, and not spicy enough for The Hubs! Adjust the sambal at the table for those who like a bigger "kick!" This recipe makes a lot, but is easily halved.

prep time 1 Hr 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 large sweet onion finely minced
  • 5 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons thai sweet chili sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sambal oelek (or sriracha)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice (i don't use this, but if you like allspice, then do!)

How To Make fresh green beans in heaven sauce

  • Step 1
    Steam beans in a steamer basket, covered, above boiling water until crisp-tender. This will take 5-9 minutes. Remove beans and spread out on a baking sheet while preparing the Heaven Sauce,
  • Step 2
    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring for about 2 minutes. Add the sesame seeds and saute, stirring, until the seeds are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 3
    In a bowl whisk together the soy sauce, mayonnaise, sambal, sweet chili sauce, black pepper and allspice (if using) Add this mixture to the skillet and combine.
  • Step 4
    Add the beans to the skillet and toss to coat. Serve.

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Culture: Asian
Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Stove Top

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