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Today, I blend Cantonese and Sichuan seasoning to create a distinct flavor for the traditional green beans and chicken stir-fry. This dish is a family favorite that we prepare frequently. It always turns out amazing, and we all enjoy it. That’s why I’m excited to share this recipe with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This dish requires only two main ingredients: fresh green beans and chicken thighs, making it a quick and easy meal. However, you can opt for long beans, a popular alternative in Asia. Similarly, chicken breast can be used instead of chicken thighs, which are more commonly used in Western countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s get straight into how to prepare the green bean stir fry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Why does this recipe work so well?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This recipe is a winner for a few reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. It offers a satisfying contrast in texture by combining crunchy beans with meaty chicken in the same dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. The beans soak up the delicious flavor of the chicken, resulting in a dish that is bursting with taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. The sauce in this recipe combines Cantonese and Sichuan seasoning, creating a unique flavor that will please any palate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. It is an easy recipe as it only involves some simple ingredients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    2. Wash and cut the green beans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Let’s start by washing the green beans thoroughly with water. This applies to long beans or string beans as well. After washing, trim both ends of the beans. Check if the beans are tender; if they are, use a knife to cut them into sections of your preferred length. I generally prefer to cut them into roughly two-inch sections. If the beans are slightly tough, remove the fibrous strings by pulling them away from the beans before cutting. This will help the beans turn out tender and crisp after stir-frying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u200b3. Cut and marinate the chicken meat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    I like using chicken thigh meat as it has a higher fat content than breasts, which makes it more tender. However, if you prefer boneless skinless chicken breasts, slice them thinly across the grains to get tender chicken breasts. Cutting the meat into bite-size pieces helps cook quickly, as stir-frying is quick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I marinate the meat with light soy sauce<\/a> and cornstarch to get juicy chicken. Light soy sauce is slightly acidic, which helps to break down the connective tissue to tenderize the meat. On the other hand, cornstarch shields the meat from direct heat, which can quickly toughen the meat during stir-frying. In addition to cornstarch and light soy sauce, add a small amount of salt and oil to the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for at least fifteen minutes before cooking to ensure it’s full of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    4. Prepare the seasoning and other ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The stir-fry sauce ingredients are a mixture of Cantonese and Sichuan seasonings, which consist of light soy sauce, fish sauce<\/a>, oyster sauce<\/a>, and sesame oil<\/a>. I mix all of them in a small bowl for later use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The chili oil<\/a> and chili bean paste<\/a> are not added to the combination above, as the chili bean paste is sauteed separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    While other ingredients can be added, the above combination works well. However, experiment by adding rice vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, red pepper flakes, and dark soy sauce. Cooking has no fixed rules!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u200b5. How to cook the green beans stir-fry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    So much about the rationale behind the ingredients and the choice of seasoning, let\u2019s dive into how to cook this dish, assuming you have all the ingredients ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n