Haricots Frites

Directions

1. 1
   Bring 2 inches water to a boil in a large skillet.
2. 2
   Salt water once when it comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Blanch haricots verts in boiling water 2 minutes, drain and cool.
4. 4
   Pat beans dry on paper towels.
5. 5
   Dry skillet as well and return to heat.
6. 6
   Heat pan over high flame and add oil to coat the bottom of pan.
7. 7
   Add beans to hot oil and stir fry using tongs to move and toss the beans until they are charred and very hot (3-4 minutes).
8. 8
   Sprinkle beans with sesame seeds and cook 30 seconds more, to both toast the seeds and distribute them.
9. 9
   Pile fried beans onto a serving plate and sprinkle with salt, to your taste.