Oriental Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 6 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pot of rapidly boiling water, cook green beans until just tender, 4-5 minutes.

2. 2

   While beans are cooking, in a small bowl combine soy sauce, oil, and sugar; set aside.

3. 3

   Drain beans; set aside.

4. 4

   Spray wok or 10" skillet with nonstick cooking spray; place over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until softened, 20-30 seconds.

6. 6

   Add green beans; cook, stirring and turning constantly, until well coated, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add soy sauce mixture; continue to stir and turn until most of the liquid is absorbed, 1-2 minutes.