Garlicky, Spicy and Sesamey Green Beans
Description
Always looking for a way to make green beans different, this one is such a winner. Green beans are sauteed with garlic, shallot and sesame seeds for a tasty side dish with Asian flair.
Ingredients
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1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
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1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
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1 teaspoon vegetable oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon shallot, minced
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kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
Directions
1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans, and cook for about 2 minutes. Drain, and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain again.
2
Heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the garlic, shallot, salt and pepper to the beans. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Mix in the sesame seeds, cook for 1 more minute, then serve.