Long Beans

Sometimes called “yard-long beans” or “Chinese long beans,” these whip-like vegetables never reach a full yard, but can reach up to two feet in length. They’re presented in one of two ways: cut into shorter lengths and added to table salads in Thailand and Vietnam, or cooked whole to be served as a snack or vegetable dish. Boasting a deep green bean flavor and enviable sweetness, they’re great stir-fried with ground pork and chili sauces. Thai: tua fak yao, Malay: kacang tunggak; Vietnamese: đậu đũa