Thai Basil Beans & Rice (Quick Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup Jasmine rice
• 1.5 cups Water
• 10 oz Green beans
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Thai basil
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1/4 tsp Chili flakes(optional)
• 1 tbsp Neutral oil (or sesame oil)
• 1 tbsp Lime juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the jasmine rice: rinse it, then combine rice and water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce to low, and simmer until tender, about 12 minutes (then keep covered off heat).

2. 2

   While the rice cooks, prep the stir-fry: trim and cut green beans, mince the garlic, and roughly chop the Thai basil.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add green beans and cook, stirring, for about 8–10 minutes until crisp-tender.

5. 5

   Stir in soy sauce and chili flakes (if using). Cook 1–2 minutes to coat and slightly reduce.

6. 6

   Turn off the heat and fold in Thai basil (and lime juice if using) until wilted. Serve the beans over the rice.