Simple Homemade Garlic Butter Green Bean Stir Fry

Ingredients

• •1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1/4 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• •1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for flavor)

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to turn bright green.

4. 4

   Push the green beans to one side of the skillet and add the butter and minced garlic to the empty section.

5. 5

   Cook the garlic in the butter for 30 seconds until fragrant, then mix it with the green beans.

6. 6

   Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

7. 7

   Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender but still crisp.

8. 8

   Optionally, drizzle with soy sauce and mix for enhanced flavor.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and serve immediately.