Ground Beef Beans Stir Fry (Print Version)
A fast ground beef and green bean stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and a glossy savory sauce.
# Ingredients:
For the stir-fry
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1 lb (450 g) green beans, trimmed and halved
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2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil, divided
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12 oz (340 g) lean ground beef
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
For the sauce
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2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
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1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, optional
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1 teaspoon dark soy sauce, optional
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
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1/3 cup (80 ml) water
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
For serving
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Steamed rice or noodles, optional
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Sliced scallions or sesame seeds, optional
# Instructions:
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Whisk the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, chili flakes, water, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until bright green and lightly blistered. Transfer to a plate.
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Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil if the pan looks dry. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and cooked through.
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Stir in the garlic and ginger. Cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, keeping them moving so they do not burn.
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Give the sauce another stir, then pour it into the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until glossy and thick enough to coat the beef.
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Return the green beans to the pan and toss for 1-2 minutes until hot and evenly coated. Serve right away with rice or noodles if desired.
# Notes:
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Nutrition estimate is for the stir-fry only and does not include rice or noodles.
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Use a wide skillet or wok so the beans blister instead of steam.
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Cook ground beef to 160 F for food safety.