Asian Style Spicy Green Beans

Asian Style Spicy Green Beans

adapted frim Bon Appetit, March 1998

The mildly spicy sauce on the beans would make them a great accompaniment  for any Asian flavored dish.

1/4 lb. steamed green beans, drained well.
1/2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
1 Tbsp. hoisin sauce
1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
3/4 tsp. chili-garlic paste
1 scallion, chopped

1. Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
2. Combine water and cornstarch in small bowl, until dissolved; set aside
3. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce and chili-garlic paste to the skillet.
4. Add the green beans to the skillet; toss to coat.
5. Cook until the beans are heated through and the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
6. Toss in the scallions.
7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds prior to serving.

Enjoy!