Glazed Chinese Green Beans

Ingredients:

• 220 g long Chinese asparagus beans
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced ​​green onions
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp. minced garlic
• A pinch of red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1 tbsp. l. sesame oil
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds, optional

Preparation:

1. Blanch the beans in a large saucepan of boiling water for 2 minutes, until slightly tender. Let cool.
2. In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat. Add the green onions, ginger, and garlic. Stir. Add the red pepper flakes and green beans. Cook for a few minutes. Add the chicken broth, honey, and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add sesame seeds if desired. Stir.