Dry-Fried Green Beans

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   To make the sauce, combine the broth, soy sauce, garlic, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and salt in a bowl and stir until well mixed.

2. 2

   Pour the oil into a 2-quart saucepan and heat to 350 degrees F over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Carefully slip the green beans into the oil and cook, stirring continuously, until they are wrinkled, about 1 minute.

4. 4

   With a slotted spoon or wire skimmer, transfer the beans to paper towels to drain.

5. 5

   Reserve the oil.

6. 6

   Heat a wok or stir-fry pan over high heat until hot.

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   Add 2 tsp.

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   of the reserved oil, swirling to coat the sides.

9. 9

   Discard any remaining oil or strain and save for another use.

10. 10

    Add the green beans and sauce and stir-try until the sauce boils.

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    Add the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.

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    Transfer to a serving plate and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.