Crunchy green beans dressed in chili oil from Something from Nothing (page 125) by Alison Roman

  • scallions
  • lime juice
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  • Serves : 4-6

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    See recipe for chili oil p. 127. Can substitute wax beans for green beans and tamari for soy sauce.

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Accompaniments: Tomato-poached fish with crispy chili oil

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    See recipe for chili oil p. 127. Can substitute wax beans for green beans and tamari for soy sauce.

  • EatinSnax on March 09, 2026

    I enjoyed this a lot, especially considering it only took a few minutes to make. Whipped it up to go with some frozen dumplings for a low-effort weeknight meal. This recipe had a nice synergy with dumplings, since I could use the already-boiling water to steam the dumplings while I dressed the beans. Swiped the dumplings through the extra sauce from the beans..yum! Made it as written and will make it again when I want a quick, spicy and crunchy veggie side.

  • alinutzamica on January 11, 2026

    6/10 I used half of the dressing and I thought it was perfect. I liked it more next day as the flavours infused more

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