Methods

1. Warm a large, dry frying pan (skillet) over a medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast for 1–2 minutes, shaking the pan often. Tip the toasted sesame seeds onto a plate and set aside.
2. Turn up the heat to high. Working in batches, if necessary, add the green beans to the same pan and cook for 7–8 minutes until they begin to colour and char slightly. Transfer the charred green beans to a plate and set aside.
3. Lower the heat to medium. Heat the oil in the pan, add the garlic and fry for 20 seconds. Return the green beans to the pan, stir well and add the crushed peanuts, coriander seeds, chilli powder and the toasted sesame seeds. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring, for 2–3 minutes. Season to taste. Turn off the heat, add the lemon zest and juice.
4. Serve the green beans warm with the chopped coriander (cilantro) scatted over the top.