Stir-Fried Long Beans With Roasted Chilli Sauce And Thai Basil

1. 1

   Trim and discard the ends of the long beans. Cut the beans crosswise into segments about 1 1/2 inches long.

2. 2

   Heat a wok over high heat until hot. Swirl in the oil to coat the surface evenly. When the oil is hot, stir in the garlic and saute a few seconds.

3. 3

   Toss in the long beans and stir-fry 1-2 minutes.

4. 4

   Spoon in the roast chilli paste. Stir to mix well with the beans.

5. 5

   Add a quarter cup of water, stir and cover with a lid to allow the beans to steam.

6. 6

   Open lid and stir occasionally, adding more water as needed until the beans begin to turn tender.

7. 7

   Season to taste with fish sauce.

8. 8

   Add the basil, stir well into the mixture to wilt.

9. 9

   Continue to stir-fry until the beans are tender to your liking.

10. 10

    Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm along with the other dishes with steamed rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.