Ingredients

Serves up to 6.

• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lb (500 g) green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon oil
• Generous handful of minced shallot
• Handful of minced garlic
• 1 tbs oyster sauce

Method

1. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat.
2. Add the salt and the green beans and cook for 3 minutes. Drain the beans and set aside.
3. Heat a large wok or sauté pan over high heat until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates on contact. Swirl the oil into the pan, and then add the shallot and garlic, and stir-fry until the garlic begins to lightly brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
4. Add the beans and oyster sauce, and toss to combine, cooking until the beans are tender but still al dente, 3–4 minutes.
5. Season with black pepper and serve immediately.

Inspirations

• The Adobo Road Cookbook: Green Beans with Shallots and Garlic