Double Happiness Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the black beans in cold water for 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Cut the ginger into thin matchsticks.
3. 3
   Top and tail the green beans if necessary, and cut in half lengthwise, on an extreme diagonal.
4. 4
   Cut the sweet red pepper into thin strips, discarding core and seeds.
5. 5
   Cook the green beans and red pepper in a pan of simmering salted water for 3 minutes, then drain and refresh under cold water.
6. 6
   Drain again, and pat dry with a clean towel.
7. 7
   Heat the oil in a wok or fry pan, then add the garlic, ginger and chile, tossing well.
8. 8
   Add the green beans and red pepper, and toss well for 2 minutes over high heat.
9. 9
   Add the drained black beans, rice wine, soy sauce and sesame oil and toss well for a further minute.
10. 10
    Add the cornflour mixture and toss until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
11. 11
    Serve hot.