Makes 8 servings
1 lb fresh green beans 1 tsp vegetable oil 1 tsp peeled, minced ginger root 1 clove garlic, minced 2 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp brown sugar 1/2 tsp dark sesame oil 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper 1. Trim beans; place in vegetable steamer over boiling water; cover and steam 5 minutes. Drain and plunge into cold water; drain. 2. Treat large skillet with cooking spray. Add vegetable oil, and place over medium-high heat until hot. Add ginger and garlic; sauté 30 seconds. 3. Add beans; stir 5 minutes until heated through. 4. Whisk together water, soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, sesame oil and red pepper. Add to beans. Cook 30 seconds, stirring, until heated through.
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