Savory Ground Beef and Green Bean Skillet in 30 Minutes Recipe
A quick and flavorful Savory Ground Beef and Green Bean Skillet combining tender green beans and seasoned ground beef in a rich, garlicky soy sauce glaze, ready in just 30 minutes. This one-pan meal is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb Ground Beef (Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.)
- 1 lb Green Beans (Fresh or frozen.)
- 1 medium Onion (Yellow or white, may substitute with shallots.)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Fresh minced garlic preferred.)
- 1 in Ginger (Fresh preferred, ground ginger can be used.)
- 2 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced.)
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (Low-sodium preferred.)
- 1 Tbsp Honey (Can substitute with a keto-friendly sweetener.)
- 1 Tbsp Cornstarch (For thickening the sauce.)
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to spice preference.)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (Optional, lightly toasted for flavor.)
- Oil for cooking (e.g., vegetable or olive oil)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic finely. Also peel and grate or mince the ginger. Thinly slice the green onions for garnish later.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat from the skillet to prevent greasiness.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to the beef. Stir and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Add Green Beans: Toss the green beans into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the beef and aromatics. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp.
- Make Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch with a splash of water to create a smooth slurry.
- Thicken Sauce: Pour the soy sauce mixture over the beef and green beans in the skillet. Stir continuously to coat everything evenly and cook until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Fresh green beans are preferred, but frozen works well too; just thaw before cooking.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice tolerance or omit for a mild dish.
- For a keto-friendly version, replace honey with a low-carb sweetener like erythritol or stevia.
- Make sure to stir the sauce continuously after adding to prevent lumps and ensure even thickening.
Keywords: ground beef skillet, green bean recipe, quick dinner, one-pan meal, savory beef stir-fry
