Blistered Green Beans with Lemon-Soy Glaze

Ingredients

• 1-2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 8-10 garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
• 2 tbsp sugar or honey
• 2 small lemons, zested and juiced
• salt
• sesame seeds or chilli flakes (optional)

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Method

1. Boil the beans in salted water for 5-7 minutes until bright green and crisp, then shock in ice water and drain.
2. Blend the garlic with oil into a spoonable paste.
3. Heat a wide skillet or wok over high heat with oil to coat the base.
4. Add the beans in a single layer and leave undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until blistered, toss, and repeat once.
5. Add the garlic paste and toss for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then move the beans to a serving bowl.
6. In the same pan, toss the soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil quickly until glossy and the sugar melts.
7. Pour the glaze over the beans, add the lemon zest and juice, and salt generously to taste.
8. Serve immediately, topped with sesame seeds or chilli flakes if you like.