Chinese Peppered Green Beans recipe

6 servings

2 tablespoons green peppercorns, drained

1 cup coarsely chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound Chinese yardlong beans

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 teaspoons brown sugar

1 small red chile pepper, seeded and chopped fine

2 tablespoons water

In a small bowl, using the bottom of a glass or jar, crush the peppercorns into a coarse pulp.

Stir in the cilantro.

Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Stir in beans, garlic, brown sugar, chile pepper, peppercorns and cilantro.

Stir-fry for 45 seconds.

Pour in the water and cover to steam for about 2 minutes.

Serve immediately.