"Wolfgang Puck As long as you use a deep-frying thermometer to ensure the oil is hot enough, I learned, there’s nothing greasy about the results. The beans have a fairly nonabsorbent surface, unlike the batters or breadcrumbs coating of most deep-fried foods...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb. haricots vert (French-style thin green beans), stems removed, or Chinese long beans, trimmed and cut into 4-inch pieces
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2 to 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
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Salt
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1 C. good quality canned chicken broth
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1/4 C. bottled oyster sauce
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1/4 C. soy sauce
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1/4 C. sugar
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3 Tbs. peanut oil, plus 4 C. for deep-frying
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Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish