French String Beans with Shallots

Bahan-bahan (4 porsi)

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or unsalted butter
• 2 large shallots, (thinly sliced)
• ½ cup water
• 12 oz French string beans (haricots verts), trimmed
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Pinch sugar