Green Beans With Peanut

This is a southern dish inspired by a sauce used in indonesia. For extra color, garnish with a few slivers of sweet red pepper

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat.

Add the green beans and cook until tender , about 5 minutes.

Drain and rinse briefly under cold running water.

Meanwhile , in a food processor , combine the peanut butter , brown sugar , soy sauce , lemon juice , garlic , and ginger.

Process until smooth.

With the machine on , add the hot water and mix until blended.

Transfer the beans to a serving dish.

Pour the sauce over the beans and serve.

If you prefer the dish hotter , reheat in a microwave oven on high for 50 to 60 seconds , rotating the dish once.

green beans, smooth peanut butter, dark brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, fresh ginger, hot water