Makes 4 servings.
I prefer to use French green beans for this recipe. They are thinner and more flavorful. I serve this dish at room temperature very often as a first course.
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound French green beans
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce (See Note)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
PREPARATION:
Trim and discard the stem ends of the beans (they are sold already trimmed, most of the time). Steam the beans for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
Heat the oil in a wok or a large skillet. Add the garlic and five spice powder and stir for a minute over low heat. Add the soy sauce and hoisin sauce, increase the heat and cook for a minute. Finally add the beans, combine well and season to taste with salt and pepper.
NOTE:
I use Joyce Chen brand of Hoisin sauce.
