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Green Beans in Sweet Soy Tumis Kacang Panjang

With simple techniques, fresh ingredients, and aromatic herbs and spices, everyday
vegetables take on a new character. Green Beans in Sweet Soy is as simple as it gets,
with very little preparation and a short cooking time. Savory and nutritious on its own,
it also serves as a wonderful side dish to meats or poultry. A little sweet, a little salty,
and as much spice as you want to add, this Indonesian stir-fry lends intense flavors to
crisp, fresh green beans.

SERVES 4
PREPARATION TIME: 10-15 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 3-4 MINUTES

1¼ lb (600 g) green beans, rinsed, trimmed, and sliced

½ tablespoon oil

1 tablespoon butter

7 cloves garlic, finely minced

1-2 bird’s-eye chili peppers, sliced thinly on the diagonal (optional)

1½ tablespoons sweet soy sauce

1½ tablespoons regular soy sauce

1 tablespoon sambal oelek paste