Fiery Thai Green Beans with Coconut Lemongrass Sauce

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Fiery Thai Green Beans with Coconut Lemongrass Sauce transform your dinner with a gluten-free dish bursting with vibrant Thai flavors. This recipe features fresh green beans coated in a spicy, aromatic sauce made from lemongrass and coconut milk, perfect for those who crave a kick. Versatile enough to serve as a side or a main course when paired with shrimp or chicken, this dish is a must-try for any Thai cuisine lover.

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Overview

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Spicy Thai Green Beans recipe. Infused with the aromatic essence of lemongrass and the creamy richness of coconut milk, these green beans are a delightful side dish that can easily be transformed into a main course by adding shrimp or chicken. Perfect for those who love a bit of heat, this dish is sure to impress with its bold and exotic taste.

Diet Type

Gluten-Free

Allergies

Fish, Tree Nuts (Coconut)

Cuisine

Thai

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Whole bird's eye chile, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) lemongrass, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) fish sauce
• 0.5 Cups coconut milk
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) peanut oil
• 1 Bunch green onions, minced
• 1.5 Cups fresh green beans, divided

Steps

1. In a blender, puree the garlic, bird's eye chile, lemongrass, fish sauce, and coconut milk until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
2. Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat the peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced green onions and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until they soften and begin to brown.
4. Stir in the pureed sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the green beans are tender, about 5 minutes.
6. Serve hot as a side dish or add cooked shrimp or chicken to make it a main course. Enjoy the bold and spicy flavors of this Thai-inspired dish!

Enjoy your homemade Fiery Thai Green Beans with Coconut Lemongrass Sauce!