Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain green beans;trim off and discard stem ends.
  2. Cut green beans into 2- to 3-inch lengths.
  3. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chili flakes, and white pepper.
  4. Set a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over high heat.
  5. When pan is hot, add green beans and 1/4 cup water.
  6. Cover and cook, stirring once, until beans are bright green and slightly crunchy to bite, 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Uncover and cook until any remaining water has evaporated.
  8. Add oil, garlic, and ginger to pan stir until green beans and garlic are slightly browned, 1to 2 minutes.
  9. Stir soy mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated and the sauce thickens and coats the beans, 2 to 3 minutes.
  10. Pour into serving dish.
  11. Serve hot or cold.