Sweet & Sour Soybeans

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
A vibrant, tangy stir-fry featuring tender soybeans and crisp vegetables in a glossy sauce
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This Sweet & Sour Soybeans dish is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The recipe combines protein-rich soybeans with crisp carrots, onions, and green peppers, all coated in a homemade sweet and sour sauce. The addition of fresh pineapple chunks adds a natural sweetness that balances the tangy vinegar and soy sauce. It is a colorful, nutritious meal that comes together quickly, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians or anyone looking for a healthy, flavorful option. Serve it over steamed rice or quinoa for a complete, satisfying plate that feels both comforting and exotic.

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Sweet & Sour Soybeans

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 110.2

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This Sweet & Sour Soybeans dish is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The recipe combines protein-rich soybeans with crisp carrots, onions, and green peppers, all coated in a homemade sweet and sour sauce. The addition of fresh pineapple chunks adds a natural sweetness that balances the tangy vinegar and soy sauce. It is a colorful, nutritious meal that comes together quickly, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians or anyone looking for a healthy, flavorful option. Serve it over steamed rice or quinoa for a complete, satisfying plate that feels both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch, soy sauce, and dry sherry until smooth.
  2. Add brown sugar, wine vinegar, and vegetable stock to the bowl and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside.
  3. Heat salad oil in a wide frying pan or wok over high heat.
  4. Add onion, carrots, and minced garlic to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Add the green pepper and continue to stir-fry for 1 minute.
  6. Add pineapple chunks, tomato wedges, and cooked soybeans to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until heated through.
  7. Give the sauce mixture a quick stir and pour it into the pan with the vegetables.
  8. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the sauce bubbles and thickens, coating all ingredients evenly.
  9. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 110.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g12%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 19.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 10.9g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 6.8g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: soybeans, sweet and sour, stir-fry, vegetarian, vegan, pineapple, asian, healthy, quick dinner, bean recipe, carrots, onion, garlic, green pepper, tomatoes, gluten-free option
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