Chinese pickled long beans

One of the biggest joy of gardening is harvesting fruits and vegetables. For us it means lots of Chinese long beans and bitter melons in our vegetable garden. Growing long beans couldn’t be e…

There are many ways to make brine and many factors that influence the outcome. We recommend starting with 14 grams salt per cup of water for short-term ferments in our glass paocai jar and 16 grams per cup for long-term ferments in the larger ceramic jar, adjusting for future batches if needed. Measurements below are per cup of water and can be used for any container.

Chinese long beans make excellent pickles. Though I've been making dilly beans out of conventional green beans for years, these are different. The beans are tightly spiraled into the jar so that they hugged the glass. In the center of the jar were a few broken bits of beans nudged up against a collection of cracked garlic cloves, wintry spices and pungent, puckery brine. All markers of a perfect pickle.

Looking for a way to add some excitement to your dinner routine? Look no further than Sichuan Style Chinese Long Beans! These versatile and flavorful beans are a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine and are sure to take your taste buds on a journey. Whether you're a vegetarian, a meat lover, or somewhere in between, Sichuan Style Chinese Long Beans are a great addition to any meal. They have a unique taste and texture that is both crunchy and intense, and can be cooked in a variety of ways.

Chengdu Zajiang Mian (成都杂酱面) Sichuan minced meat sauce rests atop a bed of noodles alongside pickled Chinese long beans and underneath it all lies a hidden layer of sweet, savory, and spicy sauce.

Chinese Pickled Long Beans are an underutilized, but delicious ingredient that can be found in most Chinese grocery stores. Pickled Long Beans with Pork is a favorite stir-fried dish with perfect level of tongue burning chili flavor, crisped bits of ground pork, and vinegary pickled long beans whose flavor is transformed by the effect of the wok’s searing heat.

This guide to Chinese long beans is an intro to a delightful vegetable, with tips on buying and prep, with links to plant-based recipes.

Mama Ji’s Pickled Long Beans With Ground Pork

Learn how to grow & enjoy Chinese Red Noodle Beans, a variety of yard long bean that produces plentifully and performs well in hot weather!

<p>Chinese long beans, also known as yard-long beans and snake beans, will delight kids and impress adults, making them a festive part of a Lunar New Year celebration. Look for them at farmers’ markets and Asian groceries, where they are often sold tied into bundles. Vary the quantity of chili paste according to your taste; add more if you prefer a spicier dish.</p>