Green Beans with Lemongrass and Sesame

• 1 lb. thin green beans
• 1 to 2 tbsp. peanut oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemongrass, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 tsp. garlic chili paste
• ½ tsp. sesame oil
• 1 tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted

In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch beans for 2-3 minutes and place in an ice bath. Dry beans with a clean dry cloth or paper towels. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat and add peanut oil. Add lemongrass and beans and cook for 2-3 minutes. During last 30 seconds add soy, chili paste, and sesame oil tossing beans to coat. Place beans on a warm platter and top with toasted sesame seeds.