Asian Green Beans

When I lived in Oxford and went to school at The University of Mississippi, I would visit a Chinese restaurant there and we always got the green beans. My best friend and I would have an afternoon late lunch date there at least once a week. We would fill a plate with just green beans. They were so good. Unfortunately, I graduated and moved away. That the bad thing about graduating and moving away, you move away from the food that you come to know and love. I have been trying for a few years now to recreate those green beans and I think that I have done it now.

I hope that you enjoy! :D I know I did!


Asian Green Beans 

• 1/2 lb of 'haricot vert' green beans
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp of ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp of butter
• 2 tbsp of water
• 3 tbsp of soy sauce
• 1 tbsp of sugar
• 1/2 tsp of black pepper
• 1 pinch of red pepper flake
• 1 tsp of onion powder

1. Heat your skillet (medium) and melt 2 tbsp of butter with the garlic and ginger then, toss in your green beans and cook for a few minutes. 
2. Add 2 tbsp of water, 3 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tbsp of sugar, 1/2 tsp of black pepper, 1 pinch of red pepper flakes, and 1/4 tsp onion powder. 
3. Cook of medium low until the beans are tender. 
4. Enjoy! (This make 2 servings. Nutritional facts from caloriecount.com.)

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving (90.9 g)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 149 Calories from Fat 104

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11.6g 18%

Saturated Fat 7.3g 36%

Cholesterol 31mg 10%

Sodium 983mg 41%

Total Carbohydrates 10.6g 4%

Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%

Sugars 7.2g

Protein 1.8g

Vitamin A 8% • Vitamin C 2% Calcium 2% • Iron 4%

* Based on a 2000 calorie diet

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Allen and I had a serious craving for Chinese food. So, I decided to cook some for us. I'm trying to eat healthier and this was right up my ally.  I couldn't find a recipe I liked because I don't like mushrooms or water chestnuts. The recipe below is what I came up with. I had most of the ingredients on hand. This dish could be gluten free if gluten free items are bought. It was kinda spicy so go lighter on the chili paste or heavier if that's what you enjoy! 

Ingredients (Makes 4 servings)

1

lb  ground chicken

1/4

cup  minced onion

2

tablespoons  olive oil

2

tablespoons  teriyaki sauce

1

tablespoon  soy sauce

1

teaspoon  minced ginger

1

teaspoon  thai chili paste

1/4

cup  shredded carrot

2

cloves  minced garlic

1/3

teaspoon  salt

1/3

teaspoon  black pepper

1

teaspoon  sugar

1

head Lettuce, Butterhead

Directions

Heat pan with olive oil and brown chicken with minced onion. Add salt, pepper, and carrot and stir.

In a bowl mix the rest of the ingredients besides the lettuce,

Pour the mixture into the pan with the brown chicken and bring to a simmer.

Once most of the liquid is reduced. turn the chicken off and cool.

Wash and dry lettuce.

Fill lettuce leaf with a spoonful of mixture and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving (177.8 g)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 304 Calories from Fat 141

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 15.7g 24%

Saturated Fat 3.3g 17%

Trans Fat 0.0g

Cholesterol 101mg 34%

Sodium 882mg 37%

Total Carbohydrates 5.5g 2%

Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%

Sugars 3.4g

Protein 33.9g

Vitamin A 4% • Vitamin C 4% Calcium 3% • Iron 11%