Quick Chilli Sesame Green Beans

If you don't have chilli paste, you can substitute it with Sriracha, red pepper flakes, or even a bit of harissa. Adjust the quantity to your taste, as these alternatives might have different levels of heat. IF you don't like chilli, you can leave it out and add a tablespoon of oyster or hoisin sauce instead.

These green beans are a perfect side with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu. They work with noodles dishes or on rice bowls with a fried egg.

It's great to have a jar of toasted sesame seed on hand to sprinkle over sautéed greens, salads, rice or over avocado on toast. Preheat oven to 160 degrees, spread 1/2 a cup of sesame seeds onto a flat baking tray and toast in the oven for 10 minutes. Be careful not to over-toast, as sesame seeds can burn quickly. Shake the tray and then toast for another 5 minutes or until seeds are golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before transferring to a clean dry jar. Toasted seeds will last for up to a month if stored in a dry container in the pantry.