Blackened Green Beans

• 2 lbs fresh green beans, stems picked off
• 2 2 tablespoons sunflower oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 3 teaspoons cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon dry oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3 teaspoons finely ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

1. Mix all seasonings in a bowl.
2. Preheat cast iron pan or heavy wok over high heat until white hot, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Plunge beans into stock pot of rapidly boiling water for about 30 seconds or until bright green.
4. Drain.
5. Place beans into large work bowl coat evenly with the oil.
6. Sprinkle all of the seasoning over beans and coat evenly.
7. Drop beans into hot pan (can work in batches, don't overload the pan) move beans around with tongs to char the spices evenly.
8. Should take about 1-2 minutes.
9. Enjoy!

green beans, sunflower oil, cayenne, chili powder, cornmeal, oregano, thyme, kosher salt, ground black pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/blackened-green-beans-89965 (may not work)