Beef and Beans

Beef and Beans -

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups green beans, trimmed
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tbsp cornstarch
cooking oil for sauteing
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 small onion, sliced
3/4 lb beef, thin strips
1/4 cup water
2 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp. sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil to blanch the green beans.
When the water comes to a boil add the green beans and let simmer for about 1 minute.
Rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper and cornstarch. Set aside.
In a large pan on medium high heat saute' the garlic, and onion in oil.
Add the beef strips. Cook and stir until beef is tender.
Re-whisk reserved sauce and add to the pan with beef.  Add water. Simmer for 1 minute.
Add the green beans and carrots.
Stir well to combine. Add oyster sauce and sesame seeds. Continue to saute' about 2 to 3 minutes longer.
Serve and enjoy!