Sesame Pecan Green Beans

Amp up your green bean sides with a touch of sweet, nutty goodness, and get ready to rake in the compliments. This easy-to-make smoky green beans and pecans recipe is smothered in a heavenly warm dressing of soy, sesame oil and maple syrup.

How to Make This Vegan-Friendly Recipe

Now that you have gathered your ingredients, it’s time to start cooking. Follow these steps to add a crunchy twist to a classic vegetable side.

Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil and maple syrup in a small bowl and set aside.

Place the green beans in a microwave-safe dish and add ¼ cup of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for about 5 minutes or until the beans are tender. Then, drain the green beans and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Next, move to the stove and heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the green beans, but do not stir them for around 3 minutes. Doing this will result in a smoky, charred effect on one side. After 3 minutes, stir them and repeat until the beans develop evenly distributed dark, charred areas.

Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the sauce and pecans from Pecan Nation, then toss to coat and combine evenly. Serve while hot.

Sesame Pecan Green Beans: Your New Favorite Vegetable Side

Remember when green beans used to be boring? Not anymore! A sprinkle of tasty pecans with a sweet, caramelized sauce transforms the ordinary into something truly extraordinary. Any Pecan Nation flavor will work with this recipe. Choose Pecan Nation Natural Pecans for a more authentic green bean and pecan flavor, or turn up the sweetness with Maple or Honey Roasted Pecans.

Sesame Pecan Green Beans are an ideal Fall, Winter or Holiday side dish that adds an instant touch of luxury and warmth to any meal. Shop our online selection of rich pecans or find them in-store!