Dramatically Seared Green Beans

I found this one in Prevention - Original recipe from Mollie Katzen.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons canola oil or 2  tablespoons  peanut oil
• 1  lb green beans, trimmed
• 2  large garlic cloves, minced
•  red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Heat wok or deep skillet. When hot, add oil and swirl to coat the pan.
2. Raise heat to high and wait about 30 seconds. Add the green beans and season with salt to taste. Cook 3 minutes, using tongs or shake to turn and move beans to cook them quickly and evenly. Continue to cook till desired doneness.
3. Season with garlic and red pepper flakes to taste and continue to cook for another minute.
4. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.