Caramelized Spicy Green Bean Salad

This Caramelized Spicy Green Bean Salad is a delightful combination of sweet and spicy flavors. The green beans are sautéed until caramelized, then tossed with a hint of red pepper flakes for a kick. Garnished with fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds, it's a perfect side dish or light meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound green beans, trimmed


• 2 tablespoons olive oil


• 2 tablespoons brown sugar


• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes


• Salt and pepper to taste


• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro


• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

Add green beans and saut for 5-7 minutes until they start to caramelize and become tender-crisp

Sprinkle brown sugar and red pepper flakes over the green beans

Stir well to coat evenly

Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sugar has caramelized and the green beans are slightly crispy

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Remove from heat and transfer the caramelized green beans to a serving dish

Garnish with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds

Serve the Caramelized Spicy Green Bean Salad warm or at room temperature

Enjoy!