Cold String Beans with Vodka Vinaigrette

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1 pound string beans, trimmed, or 1 pound asparagus, peeled and trimmed

1/2 cup olive oil

1 large shallot, finely minced

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/4 cup Georgian or balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons Polish vodka

1 tablespoon sumakh, see note

Salt and pepper

2 hard boiled eggs, finely chopped, optional

1 red bell pepper, finely diced, optional