Thai Green Beans with Coconut Sauce

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Thai Green Beans with Coconut Sauce.

1. Step 1

   Start by grabbing your blender and adding in the minced garlic, bird's eye chile, lemongrass, fish sauce, and creamy coconut milk.

2. Step 2

   Blend everything together until you achieve a smooth and luscious sauce, then set it aside to let those flavors mingle.

3. Step 3

   Next, fill a saucepan with water, sprinkle in some salt, and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.

4. Step 4

   Once boiling, toss in the green beans and let them cook for just 2 minutes.

5. Step 5

   After that, drain the beans and set them aside, ready to soak up all the deliciousness to come.

6. Step 6

   Now, heat up some peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

7. Step 7

   Add the chopped green onions and sauté them for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until they soften and start to turn a lovely golden brown.

8. Step 8

   It’s at this point that you’ll want to stir in your pureed sauce, bringing it to a gentle simmer.

9. Step 9

   Let it bubble away for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing all those vibrant flavors to meld beautifully.

10. Step 10

    Finally, add the drained green beans to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let everything simmer together until the beans are tender, which should take about 5 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy the delightful aroma as your dish comes together, and get ready to savor a delicious meal!.