Stir-fried Soybean Sprouts

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PRESENTATION

And stir-fried bean sprouts bring a crisp and refreshing bite to the table. They're a hit in all kinds of Asian side dishes. Really good stuff. These little sprouts have a way of making any meal feel lighter and a bit more fun, especially when you toss them in a hot wok with some soy sauce. People all over China and across Asia mix stir-fried bean sprouts into their meals, whether it’s with spicy beef and peppers or just on their own as a quick snack. And the best part? They stay tender and juicy even after a fast fry. Folks love to throw in a handful of edamame or go big on the garlic for a real kick—making this bean sprout stir fry a go-to for anyone wanting something different than the usual sides. You get that fresh, clean taste plus a little bit of golden color from the quick stir-fry, and it’s always gone fast at the table. Really.

Exploring these easy stir-fry recipes can be a pretty great way to add more veggies into your day, especially since soybean sprouts are known for being low in calories but full of the good stuff. They’re used everywhere, from quick vegetable stir-fry plates in Shanghai to spicy salads in Seoul, and even in little appetizers at Asian restaurants around the world. Pairing them with bold, spicy sauces or crunchy edamame shows how they fit right in with other flavors, making every bite a bit of an adventure. For sure.

People who enjoy trying new things in the kitchen will find that this kind of dish is really open to mixing things up—you can add a splash of chili oil or toss in some toasted sesame seeds for extra taste. Plus, the moist and crunchy feel makes each mouthful kind of addictive. Whenever someone wants a fast, healthy way to change up their usual dinner, healthy stir-fry recipes like these always hit the spot and bring a little zippy fun to the table. So, if you’re in the mood for something light, flavorful, and distinctly Asian, grab your wok and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. Which is great.

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INGREDIENTS
Soybean sprouts 4 ½ cups (400 g)
Fresh ginger 0.7 oz (20 g)
Fresh chili pepper 1
Vegetable oil 2 tsp (10 g)
Soy sauce 2 ½ tbsp (40 g)
Water 2 tsp (10 g)
Preparation

How to prepare Stir-fried Soybean Sprouts

To prepare the stir-fried soybean sprouts, first peel the ginger 1 and cut it into strips 2; then remove the chili pepper stem and slice it into rings, leaving the seeds inside 3.

Heat the wok well over high flame, and once it's scorching, pour in the vegetable oil and then add the ginger 4 and chili pepper 5. Let the ginger and chili pepper brown for a minute, stirring occasionally, then add the soybean sprouts 6 and stir-fry for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly.

Pour in the soy sauce 7 and let it evaporate; once the soy sauce has evaporated, sprinkle the sprouts with water 8 and finish stir-frying them, for a total of about 6 minutes of cooking. Your tasty stir-fried soybean sprouts are ready to be served 9!

Storage

You can store the stir-fried soybean sprouts in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up to one day. Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

Enrich the stir-fried soybean sprouts with a crunchy note, like toasted cashews, or a sweet one, for example with dried fruit! If you want, you can transform this tasty side dish into a light main course by adding some pre-cooked noodles and stir-frying them together with the sprouts.

Curiosity

By soybean sprouts, we mean not only the sprouts with a yellowish outgrowth, but also commonly those with a green outgrowth: the latter are mung bean sprouts, also known as green soy or green azuki.

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