Snap to It: Sesame-Ginger Green Beans

Grab this

• 680 g (1 1/2 lb) fresh green beans, trimmed
• 60 mL (1/4 cup) water
• 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil
• 1 tbsp low-sodium tamari
• 1 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Do this

1. Whisk the tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger and garlic together in a small bowl.
2. Put the green beans and water in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cover and steam for 4 minutes, until the beans turn bright green and are nearly tender.
3. Remove the lid and carefully drain any water left in the skillet. Add the neutral oil and cook uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans develop a few browned spots.
4. Pour in the sesame-ginger mixture. Toss for 1 to 2 minutes, until the glaze lightly coats the beans and smells fragrant.
5. Remove from the heat. Fold in half the green onions and sesame seeds, plus the red pepper flakes if using. Transfer to a serving bowl and finish with the remaining onions and seeds.