Spicy Thai Green Beans with Scrambled Egg

Ingredients

• 1/4 pound green beans
• 1 large egg
• 10 Thai bird chilies
• 2 large green chilies
• 3 shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Optional: Flavor enhancer (e.g., bouillon powder)
• 1 thumb-sized piece of galangal, smashed
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Green Beans: Begin by washing the green beans thoroughly. Trim the ends off and slice them diagonally into thin pieces. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Aromatics: Finely chop the shallots and garlic. Slice the green chilies and Thai bird chilies.

3. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots, garlic, and sliced chilies. Sauté until the mixture becomes fragrant. Add the bay leaves.

4. Scramble the Egg: Push the aromatics to one side of the pan and crack the egg into the empty space. Scramble the egg gently until it starts to set.

5. Combine Ingredients: Add the sliced green beans to the pan. Stir to combine the egg and green beans with the aromatic mixture.

6. Season: Add the sweet soy sauce, salt, sugar, and optional flavor enhancer. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the seasoning.

7. Adjust the Taste: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Cook until the green beans are tender but still crisp, and the egg is fully cooked. Be careful not to overcook.

8. Serve: Once everything is cooked to your liking, remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy this delicious stir-fried green beans with scrambled eggs as a flavorful and satisfying dish.