Sesame Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 lb. fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the green beans and stir to coat with the oil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame seeds, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the beans are tender and cooked through.
4. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Green beans are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as iron and fiber.
• Sesame oil is a popular ingredient in many Asian dishes and is high in healthy fats.
• Soy sauce is a fermented condiment made from soybeans, wheat, salt, and water.