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STIR-FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH GROUND MEAT AND SOY-GINGER SAUCE

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STIR-FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH GROUND MEAT AND SOY-GINGER SAUCE

STIR-FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH GROUND MEAT AND SOY-GINGER SAUCE

A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining crisp-tender green beans with savory ground beef (or beef-pork mix) in a tangy soy and ginger sauce. Served with steamed rice, it makes a complete and satisfying meal.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🍳 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2-3

Ingredients

  • 400 g green beans, trimmed and cut into 3 pieces
  • 200 g ground meat (beef or beef-pork mix, lean)
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 large garlic clove, crushed
  • Chili flakes or fresh chili, to taste
  • 2-3 tbsp cooking oil

Sauce:

  • 150 ml water or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dry sherry
  • A few drops toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (level)
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until cornstarch dissolves. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a hot wok. Add green beans and stir-fry over high heat, stirring frequently for 8 minutes. Beans should remain crisp-tender. Remove beans and drain on paper towels.
  3. Remove excess oil from wok, leaving about Β½ tbsp. Quickly stir-fry grated ginger, crushed garlic, and chili until fragrant (a few seconds).
  4. Add ground meat and cook over high heat, breaking up meat with a spatula. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until browned.
  5. Pour in sauce mixture, stir well, and cover wok. Let simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Uncover, add green beans back into the wok. Toss gently to coat beans with sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
  7. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Avoid overcooking green beans to keep their crunch and bright color.
  • Use fresh ginger for the best aromatic flavor.
  • Adjust chili amount to your preferred heat level.
  • Toasted sesame oil adds a lovely nutty finish.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Quick and easy weeknight dinners
  • Asian-inspired meals with rice
  • Healthy and balanced stir-fries

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This green bean and ground meat stir-fry offers a delicious blend of textures and bold flavors. The crisp vegetables paired with savory, ginger-infused meat and tangy sauce make it a satisfying and wholesome meal.