Description
A quick and flavorful side dish featuring fresh green beans and mushrooms sautéed in butter and enhanced with savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for adding a tasty, tender-crisp vegetable option to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 shallot, diced
Other Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and trim the green beans, cutting them into 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Mushrooms and Shallot: Clean and slice the mushrooms, and dice the shallot to prepare all the main vegetable components.
- Heat Butter: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, preparing the pan for sautéing.
- Sauté Shallot and Garlic: Add the diced shallot and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are softened and starting to brown.
- Add Green Beans: Toss the green beans into the skillet along with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, stirring to coat them evenly.
- Sauté Green Beans: Cook the green beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they become tender-crisp but still have a slight crunch.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce: Drizzle the teriyaki sauce over the vegetables and toss everything together to evenly coat the beans and mushrooms.
- Caramelize Sauce: Let the mixture cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the vegetables thoroughly and slightly caramelize.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste according to your preference.
- Serve: Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or over rice for a light and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use fresh green beans for the best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute teriyaki sauce with a gluten-free version if needed.
- For a vegan version, replace butter with olive oil or a plant-based margarine.
- Adjust cooking time to achieve preferred green bean tenderness.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or tofu for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
