Spicy Stir Fried Green Beans with Crispy Shallots

Ingredients

• vegetable oil, as needed
  
• 2-3 shallots, thinly sliced into rings
  
• salt, to taste
  
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
• 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
  
• 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  
• red pepper flakes, to taste
  

Directions

1. In a small saute pan, heat about 1 inch of oil over medium heat. When it is very hot, add the shallots and fry, tossing occasionally, until evenly golden, about 10-12 minutes.
2. Remove the shallots and drain on absorbent paper towels. Season with salt. Let cool to room temperature.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large wok. Add the green beans and stir-fry until they are tender-crisp, about 6-8 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and stir-fry until the garlic is fragrant, 1-2 minutes more. Season with salt and serve with the crispy shallots.