The Host’s Secret

Chinese-style green beans cooked in the air fryer are a quick, flavorful side dish that brings bursts of savory, slightly sweet, and smoky flavors to your meal—all while cutting down on the oil and hassle of traditional stir frying. 

How to Pick Green Beans

When picking green beans at the supermarket, look for beans that are firm, slender, have a bright green color, and snap easily when bent. Avoid any that are limp, have brown spots, or appear overly large and bulging with seeds as these signs indicate they are not fresh.

Ingredient Swaps

Feel free to swap the reduced-sodium soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to make this recipe gluten free. You can also swap the Shaoxing wine with dry sherry or another dry white wine.

Stovetop Instructions

To cook this recipe without an air fryer, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned green beans and sauté for 5 to 8 minutes, or until crisp-tender. You can place a lid onto the skillet to help them steam and cook faster if needed.

Nutrition Information

Did you know that green beans can be considered a lower calorie food that contributes to you feeling full? One cup of freshly cooked green beans has less than 50 calories and provides nearly 4 grams of fiber, as well as vitamins, minerals, and complex carbohydrates. The US Department of Agriculture recommends to try and fill half your plate with beans, legumes, fruits, or vegetables, which are rich in nutrients that support overall health and wellbeing.