Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 lb (450g) green beans, preferably haricots verts, trimmed
  • 9 oz (250g) snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp peeled and grated fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp Asian sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp honey
  • 3 scallions, white parts only, finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • Toast the sesame seeds in a frying pan over medium heat, stirring often, until toasted.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • Cook the green beans in a large saucepan of lightly salted boiling water for 3 minutes.
  • Add the snow peas and cook about 1 minute more, until both vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Drain well in a colander.
  • Mix the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and honey in a large bowl.
  • Add the green beans, snow peas, and scallions and toss well.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and serve.