Sesame Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

This recipe's Ingredients were scaled to yield a new amount. The directions below still refer to the original recipe yield of 4 servings.

1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add sesame seeds. When seeds start to darken, stir in green beans. Cook, stirring, until the beans turn bright green.
2. Pour in chicken broth, salt and pepper. Cover and cook until beans are tender-crisp, about 10 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid evaporates. 

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Marinated Tuna Steak

• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 (4 ounce) tuna steaks

Directions

1. In a large non-reactive dish, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, oregano, and pepper. Place the tuna steaks in the marinade and turn to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat grill for high heat.
3. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook the tuna steaks for 5 to 6 minutes, then turn and baste with the marinade. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or to desired doneness. Discard any remaining marinade. 
4. Or pan sear for 3 - 4 min on each side  

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Honey Lime Dressing (Mexican Salad)

Honey-Lime Dressing

• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
• 1 tsp chopped jalapeño pepper (use canned for less heat)

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Variation:
Honey-Lemon Dressing

• 2T lemon juice
• 1/4 C olive oil
• 1T honey