Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts Recipe
Easy and Delicious Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts for Any Meal
Bean sprouts are a versatile ingredient that can fill your pantry with delicious side dishes. While great in soups or salads, stir-frying them with a spicy and savory sauce creates a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish. Enjoy the perfect balance of crunchy texture and savory seasoning!
Main Ingredients- 300g bean sprouts
- 1.5 Tbsp cooking oil
- 2 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce (or anchovy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1/3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, carefully pick through the bean sprouts, removing any loose skins or debris. Rinse them under cool running water 2-3 times until clean. Drain thoroughly in a colander – this is key to preventing a watery stir-fry.
Step 2
Finely mince the white parts of the green onion for the aromatic oil. Slice the red chili pepper thinly on an angle for both color and a hint of heat.
Step 3
Heat 1.5 Tbsp of cooking oil in a deep pan or wok over medium heat. Add the minced green onion and minced garlic.
Step 4
Sauté gently, stirring occasionally, until the green onion and garlic are fragrant and softened, but not browned. This step builds a delicious aromatic base.
Step 5
Once the aromatic oil is ready, add all the drained bean sprouts to the pan.
Step 6
Add the seasoning ingredients: 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 1/3 Tbsp brown sugar, 1.5-2 Tbsp soy sauce, and 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce. Mix well with the bean sprouts.
Step 7
To maintain a crisp texture, turn the heat up to high and stir-fry quickly for about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the seasonings coat the sprouts evenly. Once the sprouts are tender-crisp and have absorbed the flavors, add the sliced red chili pepper and toss briefly to combine.
Step 8
Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil and sprinkle with a pinch of sesame seeds for extra flavor and aroma. Give it a final toss.
Step 9
Your delicious stir-fried bean sprouts are ready! The crisp texture of the sprouts, combined with the savory and slightly sweet sauce, makes for a perfectly balanced side dish that’s great with rice or even as a light snack.
