Malaysian Sambal Green Bean Stir Fry Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
• STEP 2.Add garlic and shallots and cook until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
• STEP 4.In a small bowl, mix together chili paste, shrimp paste, sugar, and soy sauce.
• STEP 5.Add the sauce to the wok and toss to coat the green beans.
• STEP 6.Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
• STEP 7.Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less chili paste.
• If you don't have shrimp paste, you can substitute with fish sauce or omit it.
• For added flavor, you can add sliced onions or bell peppers to the stir fry.

Storage and Serving

• This dish is best served immediately after cooking.
• Garnish with chopped cilantro or sliced red chili for added freshness and color.
• Serve with steamed rice or as a side dish to accompany other Malaysian dishes.