Green Beans with Ama-Koji Sesame Sauce | Sweet, Nutty & Gut-Friendly Japanese Side Dish
- Oct 30, 2025
- 2 min read
This easy, 10-minute recipe combines the gentle sweetness of Ama-Koji and the nutty aroma of sesame for a perfectly balanced side dish that’s full of probiotics and natural enzymes!
CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS RECIPE |
This “Goma-ae” style side dish uses Ama-Koji instead of sugar and Soy Sauce Koji instead of soy sauce for a healthier, enzyme-rich sweetness. It’s vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar free, and loaded with prebiotics that your gut will love.
RECIPE OVERVIEW |
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 5 min
Total Time: 10 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Japanese
Equipment Needed: Steamer, mortar & pestle, bowl
Difficulty: Easy
Suitable For: Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free
NUTRITION & GUT HEALTH BENEFITS |
Ama-Koji: Natural enzymes help digestion & promote a balanced microbiome.
Soy Sauce Koji: Adds probiotics that aid nutrient absorption.
Sesame Seeds: Rich in fiber, calcium, and magnesium — supports healthy digestion & metabolism.
Green Beans: Provide prebiotic fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins A & C.
INGREDIENTS |
180g green beans
2 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
2 tbsp soy sauce koji
3 tbsp ama-koji
1 tbsp sesame oil
INSTRUCTIONS |
Steam green beans for 4–5 minutes until tender but crisp.
Grind toasted sesame seeds until finely crushed.
In a bowl, mix ground sesame, ama-koji, soy sauce koji, and sesame oil.
Add the steamed green beans and toss to coat evenly.
Grinding sesame seeds Mixing fermented seasonings Toss steamed green beans to coat with sesame seed sauce
RECIPE NOTES |
Don’t boil the green beans — steaming keeps their nutrients and bright color.
For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of yuzu zest or chili flakes before serving.
FINAL THOUGHTS |
This Ama-Koji Sesame Green Bean dish is a quick and delicious way to incorporate fermented foods into your everyday meals. Sweet, savory, and gut-friendly — your body will thank you! 💚
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