Could easily use this method for a variety of veggies.
1.5 lbs green beans
2 Tbl dry sherry
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
2-3 tsp ginger, minced
1/2 cup chicken-flavored stock
2 T soy sauce
1 T sherry
couple drops sesame oil
1 - 2 tsp cornstarch
4 scallions, sliced
Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain, run under
cool water to stop cooking and pat dry. Heat wok over medium high heat. Add sherry, garlic and ginger. Stir for a few seconds. Add green beans and stir for a minute. Add stock, soy sauce, sesame oil. Combine sherry and cornstarch. Add to wok. Stir. Reduce to simmer and cook for another 3 minutes until sauce is thickened. Stir in scallions and serve.