My sister-in-law made these at a BBQ we went to over the summer. They were quite good so I looked up the recipe and made them with dinner tonight! They are very flavorful and make a great side-dish to just about anything!


'Ohana Green Beans
'Ohana Restaurant
Polynesian Resort

Yield: 6 servings

2 lb. fresh green beans
1 medium red onion, sliced ½ inch thick
3 cloves fresh garlic (whole)
3 TBS canola or vegetable oil
2 TBS low sodium soy sauce
2 TBS granulated sugar
½ tsp Kosher salt
To Taste - fresh ground black pepper
1 lb. bacon, crispy, crumbled


Method

1. Wash green beans in cold water. Snip both ends and break in half.

2. Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add beans and blanch for 1 minute. Strain.

3. Heat a wok or fry pan over medium high heat. Add oil, then add garlic and sliced onions and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

4. Add green beans and stir-fry for 2-4 minutes depending on how well done you prefer your beans cooked.

5. Add soy, seasonings and continue to stir-fry for 1 more minute.

6. Adjust seasonings if desired.

7. Garnish with crispy crumbled bacon pieces.

This whole meal was Naptime Gourmet!
Also featured are the Balsamic Rosemary Chicken and the Garlic Mashed Potatoes Yum!