# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
→ Aromatics & Condiments
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
→ Garnishes
06 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
07 - 1 cup crispy fried onions
→ Optional
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes until vibrant green and crisp-tender. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.
02 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
03 - Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until they are heated through and just starting to blister.
04 - Drizzle in the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Toss to coat and cook for another minute.
05 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and, if using, red pepper flakes and black pepper.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter and top generously with crispy fried onions just before serving to retain their crunch.
