Crispy Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts: A Simple Side Dish Recipe
Enjoy the refreshing, crisp texture! Here’s a super simple side dish recipe you can make in a snap with a bag of bean sprouts.
Don’t boil them until mushy, try stir-frying them in a pan! This bean sprout stir-fry retains their signature crispness, making it even more delicious. This quick 5-minute side dish will enrich your busy meal.
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag Bean Sprouts (approx. 200-300g)
- 1/2 stalk Scallion (Green Onion)
- 1/4 Carrot
- 1/4 Onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the vegetables first! Finely chop the scallion. This will add a fragrant aroma to the dish.
Step 2
Julienne the carrot thinly. This not only adds beautiful color but also contributes to the texture.
Step 3
Julienne the onion similarly to the carrot. The sweetness of the onion will blend well with the bean sprouts.
Step 4
Now it’s time to stir-fry! Heat a frying pan and add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil generously.
Step 5
First, add the chopped scallions and stir-fry over medium-low heat until a fragrant aroma rises. This step creates fragrant scallion oil.
Step 6
Next, add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and stir-fry together. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the garlic from burning. Stir-frying until lightly golden will enhance the flavor significantly.
Step 7
Add the julienned onion and stir-fry until it becomes translucent. The onion will release its sweetness as it cooks.
Step 8
Add the washed bean sprouts to the pan along with 1 teaspoon of salt. It’s important to stir-fry quickly over high heat initially to maintain the bean sprouts’ crispiness.
Step 9
Finally, add the julienned carrots and stir-fry them briskly, mixing everything together. Stir-fry only until the carrots are slightly tender to keep their color and crispness intact.
Step 10
Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of flavorful perilla oil (or sesame oil) for added aroma. The nutty fragrance of the oil will elevate the taste of the bean sprout stir-fry.
Step 11
Finish by sprinkling some sesame seeds on top. Taste the dish and add more salt if needed to adjust the seasoning to your preference. This makes a wonderful side dish, perfect to enjoy with a warm bowl of rice!
