Gan Bian Si Ji Dou (Sichuan Dry-Fried Blistered Green Beans with Garlic & Ginger) – Authentic China Recipe
Wok-blistered green beans tossed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and savory minced mushrooms.
- Country of Origin
- 🇨🇳 China (East Asia, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Crisp green beans blistered in a hot wok, Finely minced shiitake mushrooms, Steamed rice, Garlic, Ginger
Ingredients for Gan Bian Si Ji Dou (Sichuan Dry-Fried Blistered Green Beans with Garlic & Ginger) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) crisp green beans blistered in a hot wok, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups finely minced shiitake mushrooms, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup steamed rice
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional China seasoning (ginger, scallions, Sichuan peppercorn, soy and sesame oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add crisp green beans blistered in a hot wok and finely minced shiitake mushrooms along with ginger, scallions, Sichuan peppercorn, soy and sesame oil, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with steamed rice and serve straight from the skillet.