Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a small bowl, stir the soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the fresh green beans and 1/4 cup of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the beans are just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the green beans and cook, without stirring, until charred on one side, about 3 minutes. Stir and continue cooking until beans are charred all over, about 3 more minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and add the sauce mixture and pecans, tossing repeatedly to coat.
Nutrition
Notes
You can prep these charred green beans ahead of time. Steam the green beans, drain and dry them well with paper towel, and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Chop your pecans and store them, covered, in the fridge. Whisk together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and maple syrup in a small jar and refrigerate until you’re ready to cook. With these steps done beforehand, all you’ll need to do is pan-fry the green beans on the day of.