Sweet and Spicy Green Beans

Sweet and Spicy Green Beans

I know the photo makes it look like a boring plate of green beans but I'm here to tell you that this is now probably one of my top 5 green bean recipes!  We make TONS of green beans in our house, call us green bean connoisseurs if you will, so it's kind of a big deal to be saying this is one of our favorites. :)  In all seriousness, this was fabulous!  The sauce was light but oh so flavorful.  The spice level was just right, a bit of a kick but nothing in the actual "hot" category.  I would still probably deem this not for kids so be aware.  This recipe is from allrecipes.com and I made as stated except I used frozen green beans and imitation sugar free honey (which I doubled as I find the fake stuff needs a bit more than the real thing).  Imitation Sugar Free Honey is readily available at most major grocery stores.  I bought mine at Target and is even Market Pantry, Target brand.  Garlic Chili Sauce is in most major grocery stores as well, usually found in the Asian Foods section.

5 STARS
4 servings
5 net carbs per serving


3/4 pounds fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed
2 TBSP soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp garlic chili sauce
2 tsp sugar free imitation honey
2 tsp canola oil


Steam green beans, using your preferred method.  (I use a steamer tray in the microwave)  In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, garlic, garlic chili sauce, and imitation honey.  Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add the green beans and fry for 3 to 5 minutes.  Pour in the sauce mixture.  Continue cooking, while continuously stirring for 2 minutes, or until the liquid is nearly evaporated.  Serve.