Yummy and Light Asian Night

Once again I've got salmon.  The easiest protein to cook and quite healthy so we eat it weekly.  Tonight I looked back at an old post and decided to go for Asian Salmon in Foil.  I didn't have tons of fresh veggies but did have a pound of green beans that needed to be used.  I found an Asian themed version that was delicious.  A simple meal of fish, green beans and rice was yummy!

Sesame Green Beans with Asian Salmon and Rice

Sesame Green Beans

1 lb. green beans, tips trimmed
1 Tbs. peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
1 tsp. sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 Tbs. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds*

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.  Plunge beans into water and cook 5 minutes.  Drain beans and run cold water over to stop the cooking.  Set aside to drain thoroughly.

Heat peanut oil in large skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil, garlic, and red pepper.  Cook 30 seconds then add beans and soy sauce.  Cook 2 minutes or until heated through.  Sprinkle with sesame seeds and toss to coat.

*To toast sesame seeds, place in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat and cook, shaking pan frequently, until seeds begin to turn brown.  Immediately remove from hot pan.