Contributed By: ilovepdqbach
Weight Watchers New Complete Cookbook
A lot of flavor and spice and very healthy.
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Asian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Salads & Dressings
Ingredients
1 pound Chinese Long Beans (or green beans) trimmed and cut into 6 inch length
1 Tspn Asian (dark) sesame oil
2 Large cloves of garlic
1-1 1/2 ts Pns hot chili sauce
1 Tspn packed light brown sugar
Preparation
1. Place the beans in a large steamer basket and set in a large saucepan over 1 inch of water. Cover tightly and steam until bright green and almost tender, 5-6 minutes.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook, crushing the garlic with a spoon, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add the beans and chili sauce; sprinkle with the brown sugar and cook, stirring, until lightly browned and tender, 2-3 minutes.
Cook's Notes
Aromatic Jasmine or Basmati rice goes well with these beans. Cook according to package directions for 4 servings.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 51
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Total Fat: 1g
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Saturated Fat: 0g
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Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g
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Carbohydrates: 10g
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Protein: 2g
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Vitamin A: 0
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Vitamin C: 0
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Calcium: 49mg
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Sodium: 10g
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Iron: 0
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Fiber: 3g