Spicy Miso Green Beans

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This miso green beans recipe is packed with bold, umami flavors with a spicy kick! Crisp green beans are tossed in a buttery, miso garlic glaze for a quick, flavorful side dish perfect for busy weeknights!

A plate of cooked green beans topped with chopped garlic, sauce, and sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds. A fork rests on the side of the plate.

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This recipe is a cross between my garlic green beans and spicy miso noodles recipe. The green beans are fresh and crisp, but with all the savory flavors of the noodles.

I love making this when I’m craving something that packs a punch, but don’t have much time. It comes together fast and always hits the spot!

📖Why My Recipe Works

So much flavor, so little time! Green beans are quickly sautéed in a flavorful sauce until they’re perfectly coated but still crisp, so every bite is packed with flavor.
No Soy Sauce - In this recipe, there is no need for both miso and soy sauce. They would be competing flavors, and you want the miso to shine.

🧾Ingredient Notes

Green Beans- Use fresh green beans for the best flavor. Frozen green beans will also work, but you'll need to add them towards the end of cooking. I don't recommend using canned beans.
Butter- Substitute the butter with vegan butter or olive oil.
Miso Paste- I used white miso paste, but you can also use yellow or red miso paste. Take note, red miso paste has a deeper, saltier flavor.
Garlic Chili Paste- Swap with sriracha.
Honey- Substitute with maple syrup.
Ginger - You can use ginger paste or fresh grated ginger.
Chicken Broth- You can also use vegetable broth or warm water.

A bowl of miso green beans surrounded by small, labeled bowls of green onions, ginger paste, sesame seeds, butter, garlic chili paste, chicken broth, and honey.

⏲️How to Make Green Beans with Miso

A white bowl filled with fresh, trimmed green beans on a light surface.

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans, then pat them dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.

A stainless steel skillet containing cooked green beans in a light tomato-based sauce, photographed from above on a white surface.

Toss the green beans in butter and let them cook for a few minutes to develop a light toast. Then pour in the miso sauce and stir until evenly coated.

A stainless steel pan filled with cooked green beans, sliced garlic, and sauce sits on a white surface next to a small dish of black and white sesame seeds.

Cover and cook for 6-8 minutes. The green beans should still be bright green and crunchy, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.

A plate of cooked green beans topped with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, with a fork placed beside the plate.

👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips

Miso paste can be clumpy, so whisk it thoroughly with warm broth or water first to dissolve before adding other ingredients.
Taste and adjust the sauce before pouring it on the green beans. Add a drizzle of honey to make it sweeter, or a splash of lemon juice or rice vinegar to add brightness.

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Common Recipe Questions

Can I use frozen green beans?

Yes, frozen green beans work in a pinch! Just combine the butter and sauce, bring it to a simmer in a pan, then toss in the frozen beans and heat through.